Ojoma Emie, a health worker, has been k!lled and b.eheaded by suspected b@ndits in Ikobi community, Apa Local Government Area of Benue State.
The a.ttack reportedly occurred on Monday morning, June 8, 2026, when he was travelling from Ikobi to Ugbokpo, the council headquarters, and was ambushed along the route.
The assailants reportedly carried out the k!lling, took away his head, and left his body at the scene.
The incident has heightened fear among residents, who say the Ikobi–Ugbokpo road has become a frequent target of a.ttacks, worsening insecurity in the area.
A resident, Enole, expressed concern over the situation, saying:
“We are deeply worried that this particular route has become a recurring ambush point for suspected herdsmen. Our people can no longer travel freely on roads within their own communities,” she said.
Chairman of Apa LGA, Adam Ochega, confirmed the k!lling and said:
“He was on his way from Ikobi to Ugbokpo when the k!llers ambushed and b.eheaded him,” Ochega said.
Vice President of the Ikobi Progressive Forum, Dr. Edoh Ofugocho, said residents became alarmed after hearing gunsh^ts in the area before the a.ttack was later confirmed.
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