Tragic Bloodbath in Taraba and Benue Border Communities

Gunmen have unleashed a devastating attack in the border communities of Taraba and Benue states, leaving 11 individuals dead and causing extensive destruction of property. The targeted areas include Apiirgwa, a border village with Benue state, and Deke, a remote community located between Wukari and Kente in the southern part of both Wukari local government and Taraba state.

Eyewitnesses recounted the harrowing events, describing how the attackers invaded Apiirgwa in the early hours of Saturday, firing indiscriminately while the victims were asleep. The resulting chaos led to the tragic deaths of eight individuals in Apiirgwa and two in Tse-Deke, a remote village located about three kilometers away.

The violence has had a profound impact on the affected communities, exacerbating existing challenges and leaving thousands of youths restless and children out of school.

The chairman of the Wukari local government branch of the Tiv Cultural and Social Association, Aondowase Tarorshi, provided further details, highlighting the names of the victims and emphasizing the urgent need for intervention to address the ongoing crisis. He called upon the Executive Governor of Taraba State to make a decisive pronouncement and implement measures to resettle the thousands of internally displaced persons (IDPs) who have fled the area due to the persistent violence.

The devastating impact of the attacks has prompted calls for swift and effective action to restore peace and security in the region. The State Police Public Relations Officer, Gambo Kwache, confirmed the attacks, underscoring the gravity of the situation.

The tragic bloodbath in the border communities of Taraba and Benue states underscores the urgent need for concerted efforts to address the escalating violence and its devastating consequences. The call for decisive action and support for the affected communities reflects the profound impact of the attacks and the imperative of restoring safety and stability in the region.

The recent bloodbath in the border communities of Taraba and Benue states has resulted in devastating loss of life and extensive destruction of property. The urgent need for intervention and support for the affected communities underscores the gravity of the situation and the imperative of restoring peace and security in the region.