Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has requested that local residents provide security intelligence as quickly as possible to ensure that law enforcement can act effectively. The Governor shared this appeal on Tuesday during a visit to the Och’Idoma, His Royal Majesty, Dr. John Elaigwu, at his palace in Otukpo.
This visit served to express the Governor’s condolences following violent attacks in Otukpo-Nobi and other areas within the Benue South Senatorial District. Governor Alia encouraged the youth and all community members to maintain order while security forces work to locate the perpetrators. He reaffirmed that his government remains dedicated to working with agencies to eliminate insecurity.
A future meeting with community stakeholders is planned to discuss strategies for achieving permanent stability. Dr. John Elaigwu noted that the visit provided much-needed relief during a period of mourning and urged the public to reject false reports on social media, emphasizing that security is a joint duty. Furthermore, the Ad’Ohimini, Dr. John Ochai, thanked the Governor for his support during this crisis.
Concluding his visit, Governor Alia went to the Federal University of Health Sciences Teaching Hospital in Otukpo to check on survivors. He praised the hospital leadership for their quick response and pledged that the state would cover the medical expenses for all victims.
