“Moments later, another one came out with a gun and a long knife. They both pointed their guns at me and I thought I was dead”

Troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE have recorded major operational gains following the rescue of a kidnapped victim and the arrest of two suspects during coordinated operations in parts of Benue State.

“The earlier those who want to resign tender their resignation letters, the better, as it will give me a clear direction to get other hands that will fill the position for continuation,” he said.

The governor expressed deep sorrow over the report that the terrorists ambushed the innocent farmers in Asaba and Akpete while returning from their cashew farms.

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has disclosed that his administration requires about N242 billion to construct roads across all 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state.

According to him, coordinated collaboration among stakeholders is key to effectively managing the situation and protecting residents.

Tension has gripped parts of Guma and Logo Local Government Areas (LGA) of Benue State following reports of armed herders allegedly roaming communities and farmlands, raising fears of a possible attack.

“That is the situation we have found ourselves in now. We are working hard to raise the money. We are soliciting assistance from friends and relatives to raise the funds,” he said.

Fresh attacks attributed to suspected armed herdsmen have rocked parts of Benue State, with Anwase Market in Mbaikyor Council Ward of Kwande Local Government Area reportedly razed, triggering renewed fear, displacement, and tension across affected communities.

It was gathered that the incidents recorded in the last 72 hours triggered fear and pandemonium in the affected communities, forcing the locals to flee their homes.