The Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has stated that without adequate security in the state, Benue, as the 'Food Basket of the Nation', would not be able to thrive and provide food security for its residents and the nation at large.
The Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia , has stated that without adequate security in the state, Benue , as the 'Food Basket of the Nation', would not be able to thrive and provide food security for its residents and the nation at large. The governor made this assertion during a courtesy visit by the newly posted Commissioner of Police , CP Hassan Steve Yabane, at the Government House in Makurdi.
Governor Alia expressed confidence in CP Yabane's ability to tackle the security challenges, given his prior experience in the state, and urged for proactive measures, particularly in the local governments most affected by insecurity, including Kwande, Katsina-Ala, Logo, Ukum, Guma, parts of Makurdi, Gwer West, Gwer East, Apa, and Agatu. Alia lamented the occupation of farmlands by armed herders during the farming season, stating the need for active policing to address this issue.
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