Governor Alia admits 55 deaths in Benue terrorism attacks

On Thursday and Friday, suspected herdsmen attacked towns in Logo and Ukum Local Government Areas, killing 55 people. Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia confirmed the news. This was announced by Governor Alia on Saturday during his visit to the areas hit by the attacks, when he assessed the damage firsthand. An “unprovoked invasion” was what … Read more

Gov. Alia’s passivity is blamed by Sankera forum for insecurity

As a result of what the Sankera Peace and Development Forum (SAPPEDEF) calls Governor Hyacinth Alia’s (who is currently in his first term) delay and claimed inaccessibility, the security situation in Benue State has deteriorated. Saturday saw the release of a strongly worded statement from the Sankera-based non-profit peace advocacy group. The statement was signed … Read more