Local chiefs in Gwer West have spoken out against armed herdsmen terrorizing 15 areas across their region of Benue State. They released a statement after an emergency meeting was held recently at Naka headquarters. The council gathered to address growing security problems affecting their communities. Their meeting followed the March riots, where angry youth burned government buildings after herdsmen reportedly killed local security personnel. The traditional leaders praised Governor Hyacinth Alia for his security efforts.
The council thanked the governor for visiting Naka to comfort residents after both the herdsmen attacks and the destructive protests of March 11, 2025. During these riots, protesters burned several important buildings, including the palaces of local chiefs and the government office. The leaders strongly condemned ongoing herdsmen attacks where people face murder, rape and property destruction. They asked the government for more help to drive away these attackers. Security agencies received praise for their protection work.
The chiefs directed local rulers to take responsibility for community safety and not betray public trust. They banned any land deals with herdsmen, warning that violators would face law enforcement. Local youth were urged to apologize for their destructive behavior during the March protests. The council also spoke against growing cult activities and asked all Tyoshin people to put aside differences to work together for peace.
The council thanked the governor for visiting Naka to comfort residents after both the herdsmen attacks and the destructive protests of March 11, 2025. During these riots, protesters burned several important buildings, including the palaces of local chiefs and the government office. The leaders strongly condemned ongoing herdsmen attacks where people face murder, rape and property destruction. They asked the government for more help to drive away these attackers. Security agencies received praise for their protection work.
The chiefs directed local rulers to take responsibility for community safety and not betray public trust. They banned any land deals with herdsmen, warning that violators would face law enforcement. Local youth were urged to apologize for their destructive behavior during the March protests. The council also spoke against growing cult activities and asked all Tyoshin people to put aside differences to work together for peace.
