His government, in union with security chiefs and traditional rulers would remain committed to put an end to insecurity in Benue State and suede for calm
Benue State Governor, Reverend Father Hyacinth Alia has condemned in strong terms the horrific attacks on different communities in Gwer-West Local Government Area of Benue State by those suspected to be armed herdsmen where a number of persons were brutally killed and scores of others kidnapped.
The governor who made the condemnation in a statement signed by Isaac Uzaan, Principal Special Assistant to the governor on media and content creation, Wednesday, in Makurdi, expressed worry why such offensive attack and killings of innocent citizens would continue on Benue communities despite the relentless efforts of government to arrest the ugly situation.
He called on Benue people, particularly those at the frontline of the attacks to cooperate with the government and security agencies to bring perpetrators of this heinous crime to justice.
Governor Alia extended his deep condolence to those whose relatives were killed in the attack and called on security agencies to expedite their search and ensure safe release of those kidnapped.
He assures Benue people that his government, in union with security chiefs and traditional rulers would remain committed to put an end to insecurity in Benue State and suede for calm.