Benue State, the Governor, Reverend Father Hyacinth Alia has announced plans to hold Security Summit in his attempt to end insecurity in the state.

The Governor of  Benue State, Reverend Father Hyacinth Alia has announced plans to hold Security Summit in his attempt to end insecurity in the state.

Governor Alia made this known at Government House, Makurdi while interacting with the advisory team sent by the Chief of Defense Staff to look into the security situation in the state.

He said Benue State has faced increased attacks in recent times with a target on specific local government areas.

 

The Governor added that his administration has held series of important meetings with the office of the National Security Adviser, adding that a committee was already in place working with the state and private sector to have a Benue State security summit.

While still planning for the summit he said he has strengthened the Civil Protection Guards to help the conventional security agencies to put an end to the killings and displacement of people in the state.

Governor Alia thanked the Chief of Defense Staff, General Christopher Musa for his efforts in ensuring that peace returns in Benue State.