{"id":165619,"date":"2025-06-04T16:30:59","date_gmt":"2025-06-04T15:30:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/blood-of-innocent-nigerians-crying-for-justice"},"modified":"2025-06-04T17:31:27","modified_gmt":"2025-06-04T16:31:27","slug":"blood-of-innocent-nigerians-crying-for-justice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/blood-of-innocent-nigerians-crying-for-justice","title":{"rendered":"Blood of Innocent Nigerians Crying for Justice"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Ex-Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed concern over unending killings in Benue, Plateau and other parts of the country.<\/p>\n<p>According to the ex-governor of Anambra State, the security and survival of the people must be the foremost responsibility of any government that claims to be responsible and compassionate.<\/p>\n<p>Obi stated this in a post on his X handle on Wednesday while extending his condolences to the people of Benue over the recent killings in the state.<\/p>\n<p>He also commended the recent move by the Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Olufemi Oloyede, to relocate along with Principal Staff Officers to Benue State.<\/p>\n<p>Obi noted that this decision signals a welcome shift toward prioritizing the security of a region that has endured far too much bloodshed.<\/p>\n<p>He said: \u201cFollowing my earlier remarks on the security situation in Benue State on May 28th, 2025, I would like to once again extend my heartfelt condolences to the good people of Benue State over the tragic and senseless killings that continue to plague their communities.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe pain, anguish, and sorrow being experienced across Benue are not only heartbreaking but also a grave indictment of a nation that is repeatedly failing its own people. Just a few days ago, I commented about the growing wave of violence and bloodshed across our country, particularly in Benue, Kogi, and Plateau States. Sadly, those fears have once again become our tragic reality, as communities are attacked and innocent lives are lost. This is not just unacceptable, it is intolerable.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI commend the recent move by the Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Olufemi Oloyede, to relocate along with Principal Staff Officers to Benue State. This decision signals a welcome shift toward prioritizing the security of a region that has endured far too much bloodshed.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI earnestly pray that this action brings lasting change for the good and resilient people of Benue, who deserve not only protection but also meaningful justice, and the freedom to live, farm, and work in peace without fear.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe blood of innocent Nigerians cries out for justice. The security and survival of our people must be the foremost responsibility of any government that claims to be responsible and compassionate.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMy heart is with every grieving family in Benue and across Nigeria. I stand with you, not just in words, but in the call for urgent, deliberate, and comprehensive action.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cA safe Nigeria is POssible.\u201d<\/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. Ex-Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed concern over unending killings in Benue, Plateau and other parts of the country. According to the ex-governor of Anambra State, the security and survival of the people must be the foremost responsibility of any government that claims to be responsible and compassionate. 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