The recent massacre in Benue State has sparked national outrage, prompting high-level visits from the Chief of Defence Staff and the Inspector General of Police. President Tinubu is expected in the state. Leaders, including Peter Obi, Sultan of Sokoto, David Mark, and religious bodies, have condemned the killings and called for urgent action. Calls for competent, compassionate leadership intensified, as many urged a reassessment of national security priorities...…READ ORIGINAL & FULL CONTENT HERE
Defence Chief Gen. Christopher Musa vows to “take the battle to the terrorists” after assessing the carnage in Yelwata.
IGP Egbetokun assures Governor Alia of more police deployment.
Tinubu to visit Benue on Wednesday, skipping a scheduled Kaduna trip.
Obi calls for leadership with competence, capacity, character, and compassion.
Sultan of Sokoto, CAN, JNI, and Ohanaeze condemn the government’s silence.
Middle Belt Forum pushes for state-supervised self-defence.
David Mark warns Benue residents may resort to self-help.
The Benue crisis has turned into a national litmus test for Nigeria’s leadership and security apparatus. The collective response by religious, political, and civil leaders shows that patience is wearing thin. The focus is now on accountability, compassion, and concrete action, not just condolence visits.
As Nigeria mourns yet another mass killing, the real question is whether this moment can finally trigger structural change or if outrage will once again fade without reform...…READ ORIGINAL & FULL CONTENT HERE