Governor Alia Accuses National Assembly Members of Sponsoring Attacks

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has made a shocking revelation, alleging that some serving members of Nigeria’s National Assembly are behind the persistent attacks on communities within the state. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday, Governor Alia described the situation as “extremely unacceptable,” stressing that the masterminds are not only instigating […]

Catholic Bishops Slam Federal, Benue Governments Over Ongoing Killings

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has issued a scathing rebuke to both the Federal and Benue State governments, accusing them of failing in their core responsibility to safeguard the lives and property of citizens amidst ongoing attacks in Benue State and other parts of the country. In a strongly worded statement signed by […]

Insecurity in Benue State: Why Ortom’s Tenure Outshines Alia’s Current Approach

By Oche Unogwu John Benue State remains a critical flashpoint in Nigeria’s protracted farmer-herder conflicts. While both former Governor Samuel Ortom and incumbent Governor Hyacinth Alia inherited complex security crises, evidence suggests Ortom’s policies demonstrated greater efficacy, transparency, and political courage. This report contrasts their approaches, policies, and outcomes, revealing Ortom’s superior commitment to confronting […]