Benue State Governor, Rev. Hyacinth Alia has condemned the renewed coordinated attacks by suspected herdsmen on communities in Logo and Ukum Local Government Areas that claimed many innocent lives on Thursday and Friday.
He stated this during a state broadcast to the people on Sunday.
Gov Alia said they have confirmed the tragic loss of twenty (20) precious lives in the Sankera axis and five corpses were initially recovered in Gbagir and taken to the mortuary.
“Two more were later found by residents searching for their loved ones. One family, devastated by their loss, insisted on an immediate burial of their relative in Gbagir, and our security forces stood by them, ensuring their safety as they laid their relative to rest.
“Simultaneously, in Logo, the police recovered twelve more bodies, bringing the total number of lives lost to twenty. These are not just numbers; these are fathers, mothers, children, brothers, and sisters whose lives were cut short by senseless violence,” he said.
He said he has spoken directly with security operatives and assured the people he will not be backing down.
“We remain committed to protecting every Benue life and will continue to work relentlessly to restore peace and order to our communities.
“To our people, I appeal once again: speak up. Share information with our security agencies. Help us fish out the perpetrators of these evil acts. Our strength lies in our unity,” he added.
He said Benue will not bow to fear as it will rise, rebuild, and remain unshaken.
