From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi
The Benue State Police Command has confirmed that four persons were killed in the Sunday shooting at a bar in Makurdi, the Benue state capital.
This is just as the new state Commissioner of Police, Enemari Ifeanyi has warned that he would not tolerate any act of crime and criminality in the state under his watch.
Our correspondent gathered that no fewer than 10 persons were shot dead when gunmen, suspected to be cultists attacked a popular bar on Akpehe Road, Makurdi, on Sunday evening.
It was reported that the gunmen stormed the bar in a commando style, at about 8 p:m and opened fire on customers leaving more than 10 people dead and several others injured.
Benue state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), CSP Catherine Anene confirmed the incident,saying that investigation was ongoing.
Anene said: “The suspected cult attack at Akpehe is confirmed and investigation has commenced.Four persons were confirmed dead, while others are currently receiving treatment at the hospital.
“CP Emenari Ifeanyi has warned hoodlums that are welcoming him with crime to desist from such acts as he will not tolerate crime under his watch.”