UNACCEPTABLE – GOV. ALIA BLASTS MBALOM KILLINGS, ASSURES JUSTICE FOR VICTIMS. (PHOTO).

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 UNACCEPTABLE – GOV. ALIA BLASTS MBALOM KILLINGS, ASSURES JUSTICE FOR VICTIMS  Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has condemned the latest attack on Mbalom community in Gwer East Local Government Area, describing it as barbaric and unacceptable, while assuring residents of intensified efforts to protect lives and property. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, the governor reacted to reports of an assault by suspected armed herdsmen on the community, an incident that adds to recurring security concerns in parts of the state. Alia said the attack represents a direct threat to the peace and security of Benue, noting a disturbing pattern of what he described as calculated and selective assaults. He expressed sympathy to affected families and reiterated his administration’s resolve to confront criminal elements. The governor also commended the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies for their swift response, adding that operatives are already...

ARMY ENCOUNTERS SUSPECTED BANDITS, RECOVER WEAPONS IN BENUE STATE.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.


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     1. Troops of 72 Special Forces Battalion while on clearance operation on 14 June 2018 encountered some suspected bandits at Kwatan Gyemu.
2. Some of the bandits were killed while others escaped into the bush with gun shot wounds during the encounter.
3. Four motorcycles were recovered from the bandits.
4. Also at Okungbo where troops carried out cordon and search four suspected criminals were arrested.
5. Items recovered include:
a. Seven locally made rifles/ revolvers.
b. Nine rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
c. Two handsets and some documents.
6. Similarly, troops of 222 Battalion deployed in operation LAFIYA DOLE on 14 June 2018 embarked on a recovery operation to a forest at Kawuri.
7. Items recovered include:
a. One AK 47 rifle.
b. Four AK47 Magazines.
c. 45 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
d. Six rounds of 5.56mm special ammunition.
8. Preliminary investigation revealed that the rifles belong to one Mr Abiso Ali, 37 years and Mr Samaila, 25 years. all from Suraja village who had earlier surrendered to the troops.
9. The public is reminded to be security conscious at all times and report any suspicious activities or movements to the law enforcement agents for prompt action.
10.You are please requested to disseminate this information to the general public through your reputable medium.
11. Thank you for your kind cooperation.
TEXAS CHUKWU
Brigadier General   
Director Army Public Relations
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