Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia says President Tinubu has called for reconciliation and dialogue in addressing the state’s deadly violence, not just military action. The advice came during a private meeting involving SGF George Akume.
- Tinubu met Alia and Akume to confirm there’s no rift between them.
- Over 160 people were recently killed by suspected armed herders.
- Tinubu’s approach includes both federal support and traditional dialogue.
- Alia dismissed rumours of a political crisis, praised the FG’s assistance.
- Violence in Benue has reduced from 17 to 3 LGAs under siege, Alia claims.
Tinubu’s message signals a shift toward conflict resolution over confrontation. But with lives still being lost and communities displaced, words must quickly match action. Alia’s faith in dialogue is promising, but it must be paired with a visible security response.
As peace efforts ramp up, all eyes will be on how state and federal actors translate rhetoric into real protection for Benue’s communities.
