What was meant to be a day of joy and celebration turned into a nightmare for residents of Mbalom community in Gwer East Local Government Area of Benue State, as suspected gunmen launched a deadly attack that left at least 17 people dead.
According to locals, the attack happened on Easter Sunday, a day Christians across the country were marking with prayers, family gatherings, and hope. Instead, the sound of celebration was replaced with gunfire, panic, and cries for help.
Survivors say the attackers stormed the community without warning, shooting at residents and setting homes on fire. Many people were caught off guard, forcing families to run for their lives, leaving behind everything they owned.
“It was like a nightmare,” one resident said. “People were screaming, running in different directions. We didn’t know where to hide.”
By the time the ആക്à´°à´® ended, at least 17 lives had been lost, and several homes were reduced to ashes. Many families are now left homeless, mourning loved ones while also trying to figure out how to rebuild their lives.
Community leaders have described the incident as heartbreaking and unacceptable, calling on the government and security agencies to step in immediately. They say residents have lived in fear for too long and deserve protection.
As of now, there has been no official statement from security authorities, but locals say they are hoping for swift action to bring the attackers to justice and prevent further violence.
This latest tragedy adds to the growing concerns about insecurity in Benue State, especially in rural communities where people often feel unprotected.
For the people of Mbalom, this Easter will not be remembered for celebration, but for loss, pain, and unanswered questions.
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