Special forces have been deployed to Benue State to combat terrorism and violence, following a directive from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The deployment includes a combined team of intelligence agencies, police, and military personnel.
Their deployment followed a fresh directive by the President to the security chiefs to implement without delay his earlier instructions that lasting peace should be restored to the troubled Northcentral state.
Governor Hyacinth Alia confirmed that tactical and response squads have started arriving in the state to address security challenges, particularly in vulnerable areas.
The military has deployed air surveillance over Makurdi and its environs to monitor the situation and tackle insecurity swiftly.
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has taken over security operations in the state, with special forces already on the ground and more arriving.
President Tinubu has tasked Governor Alia to initiate a robust reconciliation process with aggrieved groups in the state to bring peace to Benue.
The deployment of special forces aims to restore peace and security in Benue State, where recent attacks have resulted in significant loss of life and property.
The state government has assured citizens of its commitment to defending lives and properties, while also urging residents to report suspicious activities and stay informed through credible sources.
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