The traditional ruler of Mbayongo district in Katsina Ala
Local Government Area of Benue State, Tyooor Awuha Alev, was shot dead
by unknown gunmen.
It was gathered that the monarch was killed at his palace in Vingir village about 8:00pm on Sunday, September 25th.
Spokesman for the Benue State Police Command, ASP Moses
Yamu, who confirmed the incident said the police received report at about 8:30pm
that the Tyoor
Mbayongo, Chief Alev was shot dead by some unknown men at his residence.
The command has dispatched more policemen to the area to maintain law
and order.
The body of the traditional ruler has
been deposited at Kastina-Ala General Hospital. Yamu said that investigation into the murder has commenced.