Gunmen have reportedly murdered Mr. Sunday Oche, the Labour Party (LP) ward chairman for Ado Local Government Area in Benue State.

According to reports, Mr. Oche was ambushed and fatally shot by unknown assailants while visiting his farm with a group of friends.

Eyewitness accounts revealed that the gunmen launched the attack as Mr. Oche and his companions were at the farm, resulting in his tragic death.

Five others who were with him managed to escape but sustained severe gunshot wounds during the attack.

A close associate of the deceased, speaking under anonymity, shared further details with journalists.

The source explained that Mr. Oche and five others had traveled to the farm on motorcycles to offer assistance to a widow with her farming activities.

Unfortunately, this gesture of goodwill turned fatal when armed bandits struck, leaving Oche dead and his companions injured.

According to the source, the attackers not only killed the Labour Party official but also stole two motorcycles from the group.

Those who survived the assault returned with grave injuries and recounted the harrowing experience, describing how the gunmen targeted them while they were working on the farm.

When contacted for comment on the incident, the spokesperson for the Benue State Police Command, SP Catherine Anene, stated that she was not yet aware of the attack and had not received any official report regarding the murder of Mr. Oche.

This violent incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, as it adds to the growing concerns over the security challenges facing parts of Benue State.

The circumstances surrounding Mr. Oche’s death highlight the continued threat posed by bandits in rural areas, where farmers and residents frequently face danger while attempting to carry out their daily activities.