{"id":154942,"date":"2025-03-11T13:40:33","date_gmt":"2025-03-11T12:40:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/benue-alia-condemns-attack-on-civil-protection-guards"},"modified":"2025-03-25T19:24:45","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T18:24:45","slug":"benue-alia-condemns-attack-on-civil-protection-guards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/benue-alia-condemns-attack-on-civil-protection-guards","title":{"rendered":"Benue: Alia condemns attack on Civil Protection Guards"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia has decried the killig of three members of Civil Protection Guards at On-MbaAondo, Tsambe-Mbesev ward of Gwer-West LGA.<\/p>\n<p>The governor spoke in a statement by his spokesman, Tersoo Kula.<\/p>\n<p>He stated that the inhumane act, carried out by armed herdsmen, is a flagrant affront to the peace and security of Benue communities.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe appreciate the deep rage and frustration that has led to the anxiety at Naka, the headquarters of Gwer-West, including the regrettable burning of the Local Government Secretariat and the palace of Ter Nagi by protesters<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhile we empathize with the sentiments of our people, we advocate restraint and foresight in funneling this anger. Destruction of our own worths simply serves to frustrate the intentions of our government, which is devoted to building up peace and security in the state.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe request all security organs to intensify their efforts in detecting and capturing the perpetrators of this heinous atrocity. It is essential that these marauding herdsmen are forced to do justice to ensure that they deal with the full wrath of the law.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe security of our residents is paramount, and we will not rest until those culpable for this violence are held liable,\u201d the state said.<\/p>\n<p>Alia emphasized that his government isworking to enhance security efforts and protect communities from further attacks.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe implore all citizens to stand vigilant and collaborate with security agencies in reporting unusual activities.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn these trying moments, let us stand banded together against violence and endeavor for peace and justice in Benue State. Together, we can conquer these challenges and establish a healthier environment for all,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Nigeria<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia has decried the killig of three members of Civil Protection Guards at On-MbaAondo, Tsambe-Mbesev ward of Gwer-West LGA. The governor spoke in a statement by his spokesman, Tersoo Kula. 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