Benue News Update: Latest News from Benue today, Saturday, March 9, 2024

Good morning, here is Benue News Summary: Saturday, March 9, 2024

1. Senator Moro Denies PDP Faction in Benue South

Senator Abba Patrick Moro, representing Benue South Senatorial District and Senate Minority Leader, dismissed rumors of factionalism within the PDP in the district. He also clarified that there is no conflict with the state chairman, John Ngbede. Speaking at a PDP caucus meeting on Sunday, March 3rd, 2024, Senator Moro urged against the spread of such speculations.

2. Governor Alia Vows Justice for Victims of Wandoo Community Attack

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue state has promised relentless efforts to ensure justice for the victims of the brutal attack in Wandoo community, Mbalom. Armed herdsmen raided the community, resulting in the tragic deaths of 16 villagers. Governor Alia expressed determination to apprehend the perpetrators responsible for the violence.

3. Senator Moro Commends Women on International Women’s Day

Senator Abba Patrick Moro, Senate Minority Leader for Benue South Senatorial District, extended felicitations to Nigerian women, especially those in Benue South, on International Women’s Day. He praised women as pivotal in the foundation of homes, emphasizing their indispensable role in societal and national development.

4. Operation Whirl Stroke Takes Action Against Herders and Extremists

Responding to continued violence in Benue state, troops of Operation Whirl Stroke engaged in heavy gunfights with armed herders and violent extremists across four local government areas. A total of 40 armed herders, extremists, and insurgents were neutralized in Apo, Katsina Ala, Ukum, and Ado local government areas.

5. Herdsmen Attack Claims Lives in Wa-ndoo Community

Suspected armed herdsmen launched a deadly assault on Wa-ndoo community in Mbalom council ward of Gwer-East local government area, resulting in the tragic death of 16 farmers. The attackers, armed with guns and machetes, reportedly carried out the attack at around 7 p.m., leaving several others injured.

6. Mrs. Theresa Nyitse Confirmed as Benue State Accountant General

Governor Hyacinth Alia has approved the confirmation of Mrs. Theresa Nyitse as the substantive Accountant General of Benue state. The announcement was made through a statement issued by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Sir Tersoo Kula.

7. Governor Alia Enforces Anti-Open Grazing Law

Governor Hyacinth Alia declared the expiration of the 14-day ultimatum given to herdsmen engaging in open grazing. He emphasized the full implementation of the anti-open grazing law by security agencies in Benue state, signaling a firm stance against activities contributing to conflict in the region.