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Residents of Makurdi, the Benue State capital, were thrown into panic on Monday after reports of a shooting incident at the back of City Bay Park, with unconfirmed claims of a fire breaking out in the area.
A Facebook post by local user Min Baba Bameyi, shared just 55 minutes earlier, alerted the public: “Back of citybay is on fire right now.. avoid that road for now. 1 person is down.. God have mercy ”
The post quickly drew reactions from concerned residents. One commenter, Nempin Lar, sought clarification, asking, “What do you mean by the back of the city? if you want to help to be precise please.”
In response, another user, Christian Sax, stated that “Someone was killed by an unknown gun men.” Other comments expressed shock and prayers, with phrases like “God have mercy” and “It is well,” while one resident simply wrote “NO STATE, NO TOWN,” reflecting the growing sense of insecurity in the area.
City Bay Park, a popular event and recreational facility located along Iyorchia Ayu Road in Wurukum, Makurdi, is known for its large event center and leisure offerings. The “back of Citybay” likely refers to residential or less developed areas immediately behind the park.
As of the time of this report, there has been no official confirmation from the Benue State Police Command or other authorities regarding the exact circumstances of the incident, the identity of the victim, or the motive behind the shooting. Details remain sketchy, with information circulating primarily through social media.
Residents have been advised to avoid the area for safety reasons while the situation is ongoing. This incident adds to the recurring security challenges faced in parts of Benue State, where armed violence has unfortunately become all too common.
Further updates will be provided as more verified information emerges from official sources. Our thoughts are with the family of the victim and the affected community at this difficult time. God have mercy indeed.
