Police arrest 11 suspected cultists over killing of eight in Benue

Benue State police have arrested 11 suspected cultists in connection with the deadly Makurdi cult killing that left eight people dead in a targeted attack.

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May 11, 2026 · 19:16 · 5 min read

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Benue State police have arrested 11 suspected cultists in connection with the deadly Makurdi cult killing that left eight people dead in a targeted attack.

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Police arrest 11 suspected cultists over killing of eight in Benue