Alia Visits Attacked Benue Communities, Promises Sustained Offensive Against Armed Herdsmen

By -


By Opaluwa Oguche | Orion Reports | Otukpo | July 14, 2026

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has reassured residents of the state's commitment to protecting lives and defending communities from renewed attacks by suspected armed herders.

The governor gave the assurance on Tuesday during a visit to Otukpo Local Government Area, where he commiserated with residents of Akpachi and Otukpo Nobi communities following the recent attacks.

Addressing community members, Alia urged residents to remain alert and promptly report suspicious activities to security agencies, saying timely information would strengthen efforts to prevent further attacks.

He said his administration has continued to provide operational support and logistics to security agencies, stressing that the government would sustain its offensive against criminal elements until peace is fully restored across the state.

During the visit, the governor also met victims receiving treatment at the Federal University of Health Sciences Teaching Hospital, Otukpo, where he directed that all medical expenses be covered by the Benue State Government.

Alia later paid a condolence visit to the Och'Idoma, His Royal Majesty Agaba'Idu Elaigwu Odogbo Obagaji John, assuring the traditional ruler that his administration would not relent in its efforts to safeguard lives and secure communities across Benue.

Credit: Office of the Chief Press Secretary to the Benue State Governor

#OrionReports #DigitalJournalist #BenueState #BreakingNews

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

HORROR IN CROSS RIVER: Suspected Serial Killer Arrested as Security Operatives Discover Multiple Graves in Forest Hideout

By -
Image
The suspect, Akaninyene Residents of Creektown in Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross River State have been thrown into shock following the arrest of a suspected serial killer linked to multiple disappearances and gruesome killings within the community. The suspect, identified as Akaninyene, was arrested after security operatives reportedly traced him to an isolated hut hidden deep inside a forest in Abanyama, Ukim Ita Community. suspect with headless body of one of his victims According to reports, the operation was carried out by a combined team of Nigerian Army personnel, tactical operatives, community youths, and local leaders following intelligence gathered over the disappearance of a recent victim. Sources said the suspect attempted to flee after noticing the arrival of security operatives. He allegedly ran into the hut in an attempt to retrieve a weapon before trying to escape into the forest, but was overpowered and arrested. suspect with...
Read more

President Tinubu Donates His Salaries to New Welfare Fund for Armed Forces Personnel

By -
Image
In a move aimed at supporting Nigeria’s military, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the creation of a dedicated welfare fund for members of the Armed Forces, including those wounded in the line of duty and the families of fallen soldiers. The announcement came on Sunday, coinciding with the President’s 74th birthday. According to Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu has pledged all his salaries since taking office as seed funding for the initiative, underlining his commitment to ensuring that military personnel and their families are properly cared for. Bayo Onanuga explained that the President has directed the Accountant-General of the Federation to set up a special account to manage the fund. It will provide targeted support to injured service members, as well as widows, widowers, and children of those who died in service. The Special Adviser said President Tinubu has also called on state governors, members of the National Assembly, the private sector, friends, and well...
Read more

Wike Presents Rivers Governorship Aspirant to Tinubu.

By -
Image
  The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, has introduced a new governorship aspirant from Rivers State, Marcus Nle Eji, to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as political moves begin to build ahead of the next election cycle. Wike presented Eji as a member of the All Progressives Congress seeking to contest for the Rivers governorship, describing him as a credible option and urging the President to extend his support. The meeting signals that early alignments are already taking shape in Rivers State, with Wike still playing a central role in influencing the political direction of the state despite now serving at the federal level. Tinubu received the aspirant, a move observers say could open the door for broader consultations within the APC as more contenders begin to position themselves quietly for the race. With Rivers being one of Nigeria’s most politically strategic states, endorsements, alliances, and backing from key power players are expected to heavily s...
Read more