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Over 25 people killed as gunmen attack church in Ondo State in Nigeria

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More than twenty-five people have been reported dead from an attack by unknown gunmen in a church in Ondo State in Nigeria.

The gunmen entered the church while service was going on earlier today and opened fire on the congregation, reports have said.

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The incident took place at the St Francis Catholic Church, Owa-luwa Street, in Owo council area of Ondo State capital.

According to one eyewitness, the bandits numbering five stormed the church during service and shot members.

He told the Vanguard in Nigeria that: “lt was like a movie, they invaded the church and shot indiscriminately. Several people were killed including children and women.”

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“It was when they wanted to abduct the priest that they threw dynamite into the church.”

The motive and the group behind the attack remains unknown, however, state police spokesperson, Funmi Odunlami said the command would speak on the ugly incident later.

Source:pulse.com.gh

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BETTA EDU @40: A MESSAGE OF APPRECIATION FROM THE THOUSANDS OF LIVES CHANGED AT BENUE

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A chorus of love and thanksgiving from Ichwa IDP Camp, Makurdi, Benue State, to a compassionate genuine lover of people, the vulnerable and down trodden, Dr. Betta Edu.

You could have chosen to throw a big party for the elite, the high and mighty where you belong in society, but you chose us; For this we are grateful

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Your 40th birthday at IDP camp in Benue state, brought for us 40 Educational scholarships to return our children to school, 40 of our Women have started new Business and can support their families through your grants, 40 Grinding machines, 40 Deep freezers and Generators, 40 sewing machines, 40 Hair dressing start up set, have set thousands of families on a pathway to prosperity again.

4000 wrappers for the elderly and widows have given them a sense of belonging, 40 cakes was like butter to our souls, everyone had a taste, 4000 bags of rice was distributed one per each house hold, even the food and drinks got to everyone; this is our testimony!

We heard you met 4,000 Grassroots women empowered to set the ball rolling for Door to door campaigns for President Tinubu and Governor Alia. We promise to go round all the camps and mobilize our votes for President Tinubu and Governor Alia who have worked tirelessly to bring peace, security and prosperity to Benue people.

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May this new decade bring greater grace, strength, and monumental achievements!
we wish your birthday was everyday

Big Thank you to our Daughter Dr Betta❤️

#BettaEduAt40

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