Body of a newborn baby found dumped inside a gutter in Benue state

A newborn baby boy has been found dead inside a gutter in Gboko Local Government Area of Benue state.

The body placed on a wrapper was discovered by residents at JS Tarkaa Way on Wednesday night, January 20, 2021.

The discovery was said to have left many residents and eyewitnesses shocked and angry. One Comr Tyotule, who posted photos taken from the scene said whoever dumped the baby shall know no peace.

“Gboko girls why. This bouncing baby boy was dumped in a gutter yesterday night at JS Tarkar Way. Message to the girl. You shall have no peace.”

Simeon Kwaghbula wrote:

“LIFE IS MYSTERIOUS…. WHILE OTHERS ARE FASTING AND PRAYING TO HAVE A BABY, Someone delivered a baby, then threw the baby in a gutter and the baby died”