Gov. Alia cautions politicians against ‘unscheduled’ visits to Benue, says safety not guaranteed

Gov. Alia cautions politicians against ‘unscheduled’ visits to Benue, says safety not guaranteed

 Hyacinth Alia, governor of Benue, says he cannot guarantee
the safety of any individual or group visiting the state without approval from
relevant authorities.

 

A statement on Monday titled ‘Notice Regarding Unscheduled
Visit to Benue State’ by Tersoo Kula, his chief press secretary, said anyone
planning to visit internally displaced persons (IDP) camps in the state must
first seek approval from the Benue state emergency management agency.

 

“The Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, wishes to
inform the public that he is not expecting any August visitor to the state
today,” the statement reads.

 

“He is currently engaged in high-profile meetings with key
state actors to discuss critical issues affecting our state.”

 

The governor warned against visits that could result in
“political assemblies” without prior approval, urging security agencies and the
public to take note and maintain peace and order.

 

“For anyone considering a visit to Benue state without the
governor’s knowledge, it is imperative to reconsider such plans, as the safety
and security of individuals in this regard cannot be guaranteed,” the statement
added.

 

“Also the public is to note that all individuals or groups
intending to visit IDPs in Benue State must first seek and obtain written
permission from Benue State Emergency Management Agency, BSEMA.

 

 

“We urge security agents and the public to take note of this
announcement and maintain peace and order in the state.”

 

In recent weeks, communities across Otukpo, Agatu, Apa,
Ohimini, Okpokwu, Ado, Ogbadibo, Gwer-West, Gwer-East, Katsina-Ala, Logo, and
Ukum LGAs have come under attack, leading to loss of lives and destruction of
property.

Source: Gov. Alia cautions politicians against ‘unscheduled’ visits to Benue, says safety not guaranteed

 - NigerianEye
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