The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has unveiled President Bola Tinubu’s comprehensive roadmap for restoring peace and security in Benue State.
He recently revealed that the roadmap would help to deliver peace in the entire North Central region.
Speaking via a press statement, Akume disclosed that the Federal Government is focused on formulating a multi-layered security strategy aimed at putting a stop to the lingering violence that has plagued the region for many years.
He reiterated that President Tinubu’s recent visit to Benue was an intentional move that perfectly aligns with his government’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
According to him, because the Renewed Hope Agenda focuses on prioritizing the protection of lives above all else, Tinubu has directed security agencies to apprehend the perpetrators of the latest brutal attack and prevent a recurrence.
“The Renewed Hope Agenda prioritises the protection of lives above all else. The President’s directive is unambiguous: security agencies must apprehend perpetrators and prevent recurrence. This is not just rhetoric, we are mobilising personnel, technology, and community intelligence,” he said.
Admitting that Nigeria’s security forces are currently under intense pressure to restore law and order in the region, Akume hailed their dedication and vowed that the FG will keep doing everything possible to aid inter-agency partnership.
He concluded by urging the Benue State Government to convene local stakeholders, including traditional rulers, opposition leaders, and civil society groups, to foster inclusive dialogue that will lead to lasting peace.
“Our security forces are overstretched, yet their dedication is unwavering. We are augmenting their efforts with improved logistics and inter-agency coordination.
While the FG leads security operations, the Benue State government must galvanize local leaders. The governor must convene stakeholders, traditional institutions, NGOs, and opposition figures to foster dialogue.
We’re working with NEMA and NGOs to scale up aid. These people need food, shelter, and dignity.
Military action alone is not enough. We are fast-tracking agricultural projects and youth employment schemes to curb crime triggers,” he added.
