President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has finally broken his silence
on the recent massacre in Yelewata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State,
where over 200 people were reportedly killed in an attack by suspected armed
herdsmen.
Speaking on Monday during the inauguration of the Greater
Abuja Water Supply Project in the Federal Capital Territory, the President
expressed his condolences to the victims and people of Benue, while calling for
calm and national unity.
“I sympathize with the Benue people. I’ve spoken to the governor,
the leadership, and the people. I ask them to accept our condolences and try
very, very consciously to maintain peace and harmony among themselves,” Tinubu
said.
He described Nigeria as “a single large family living in the
same house but in different rooms,” stressing the need for unity despite the
country’s diversity. “Living together in harmony will be the result of our
diversity for prosperity,” the President added.
Addressing the nation’s growing concerns over insecurity and
communal violence, Tinubu appealed for emotional restraint.
“We should be able to manage our anger and frustrations,” he
urged. “I sympathize with those who have lost their lives. I will adjust my
program and go see the Benue people on Wednesday.”
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