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The Digest:

A sudden act of nature brought unforeseen tragedy to a Benue community. A collapsing tree in Ngimbo, Gboko LGA, ended the life of Mr. Chiahemba Tarpav and injured seven others, prompting a compassionate response from a former state leader.

Key Points:

  • The incident occurred on Friday, September 19, in Ngimbo, Benue State.
  • Mr. Chiahemba Tarpav was killed instantly by the falling tree.
  • Seven other individuals sustained injuries and were hospitalized.
  • Former Speaker Hyacinth Aondona Dajoh visited the bereaved family.
  • He personally paid the medical bills for all seven injured victims.
  • Dajoh also promised to assist the family with funeral arrangements.
  • He described the event as "deeply saddening" and urged faith in God.
In the shadow of sudden loss, the community's resilience is met with acts of solidarity, revealing how tragedy can summon our deepest humanity.

Sources: Daily Post Nigeria