Residents of Gboko in Benue State were thrown into shock and grief on Friday after a newborn baby was discovered dead along Rice Mill Road.
According to eyewitness accounts, the infant was found in the early hours of the day by passersby, sparking panic and drawing a crowd to the scene.
The discovery triggered widespread emotional reactions, with many residents expressing anger and heartbreak over the incident.
“This is deeply painful. It is hard to understand how anyone could do this to a newborn,” a resident said, urging authorities to take swift action
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The tragic incident has once again highlighted the growing concern over cases of abandoned babies in parts of the country.
Many observers attribute such occurrences to factors including economic hardship, social stigma, and inadequate support systems for vulnerable individuals.
Residents have called on security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation to identify those responsible and prevent similar incidents in the future.
As of the time of this report, the Benue State Police Command has not released an official statement regarding the incident. Attempts to reach the Police Public Relations Officer were unsuccessful.
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