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Monday, April 28, 2025

Suspected cultists kill four in Benue beer parlour

Ms Anene said the attack occurred on Sunday night at a beer parlour in Akpehe, Makurdi, and left many people hospitalised.

• April 28, 2025
Beer parlour
Beer parlour

The Benue Police Command has confirmed the killing of four persons by suspected cultists at a beer parlour in Makurdi, the state capital.

The command’s spokesperson, SP Sewuese Anene, confirmed the incident in a chat with journalists on Monday.

Ms Anene said the attack occurred on Sunday night at a beer parlour in Akpehe, Makurdi, and left many people hospitalised.

“The suspected cult attack at Akpehe is confirmed, and investigation has commenced.

“Four persons were confirmed dead while others are currently receiving treatment in the hospital,“ the command’s spokesperson said.

Ms Anene warned criminals to desist from crimes or be prepared to face the full wrath of the law. 

(NAN)

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