Bandits have killed 26 persons in renewed attacks on three communities in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State.
The attacks, according to locals, occurred between Saturday and Monday, targeting Mbakunwande, Jaora communities, and the Naka-Adoka Road.
Among the victims were six personnel of the state security outfits, including the Benue State Community Volunteer Guards and Livestock Guards, who were deployed to provide security for a family attending a burial when they were ambushed and killed.
Confirming the incident to newsmen on Tuesday, the chairman of Gwer West LGA, Henry Agba, said: “The attack started on Saturday. Six security operatives of the state, comprising Benue Security Community Volunteer Guards and Livestock Guards, were killed.
