From Joseph Uchenna, in Makurdi
Eight more bodies of Police officers have been recovered in Katsina-Ala, following a deadly attack on Police Tactical Teams by suspected armed herdsmen and local militias at Agu Centre, Katsina-Ala/Ukum Local Government Areas of Benue State.
The incident occurred on Friday 19th September, 2025 when Police and suspected armed herders clashed leaving 3 officers dead and 7 Missing.
Justine Shaku Council Chairman of Katsina-Ala confirmed to our correspondent on phone on Monday that 8 bodies of dead Police officers were recovered on Sunday night.
This brings the number to 11 officers who have been killed.
According to him, “the Police Commissioner Ifeanyi Emenari is right here with me though the atmosphere is still tense and unfriendly. But we are on top of the situation”.
