Gov. Alia Blames Abuja Politicians For Benue State Insecurity

Gov. Alia Blames Abuja Politicians For Benue State Insecurity

Governor Hyacinth Alia has accused certain politicians in Abuja of being behind the insecurity plaguing parts of Benue State, particularly the Sankera region. Although he did not name the individuals involved, Alia claimed these politicians are funding criminals to attack their own people…….. CONTINUE READING 

Speaking to reporters after Sunday Mass at the Chapel of Grace in Government House, Makurdi, Alia stated, “Abuja politicians are sponsoring these groups.”

This allegation comes in the wake of recent violence in Benue State, including an attack last week in which suspected militants killed 18 people, kidnapped three, and caused significant property damage in Mbacher council ward of Katsina-Ala Local Government Area. The attack also left two people injured and displaced many residents.

Governor Alia also announced that Benue residents will not join the planned protests against government policies, given the current fragile security situation in the Sankera axis, which includes Ukum, Logo, and Katsina-Ala local government areas. He urged protesters nationwide to reconsider their actions, as the government is striving to address public concerns.

He praised the local security agencies, including the Police and the Department of State Services (DSS), for their efforts in maintaining order and thwarting plans by some to use the protests as a cover for destruction.

Regarding the crisis in Ukum, Alia described it as unfortunate and mentioned that a Commission of Inquiry has been established to investigate. He pledged to uphold peace in the state and vowed not to let a few troublemakers disrupt stability.