Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, whose State is suffering “senseless and barbaric attacks by suspected herdsmen” has sent his Easter message, calling on Nigerians to “unite to defeat the forces of evil that seek to divide and destroy us”.
“56 innocent souls: fathers, mothers, children, cut down in cold blood” in the most recent attack on the North Central State, the Governor disclosed.
In his reaction following the attack on Benue State, Alia said: “I visited the grieving communities of Ukum and Logo LGAs where our people have fallen victim to senseless and barbaric attacks by suspected herdsmen. As of this moment, we mourn the loss of 56 innocent souls: fathers, mothers, children, cut down in cold blood.
“This is unacceptable. I have called on the Federal Government to urgently intervene and take decisive action to put an end to these attacks. Our people deserve to live in peace, farm in peace, and raise their families without fear. I met with local leaders, community members, and victims. I heard your pain. I saw your strength. And I assure you, you are not alone. We will not abandon you.
“We are already reinforcing security in the Sankera axis and other parts of Benue, and emergency relief is being extended to affected areas. I strongly urge our people to remain calm and not take laws into their own hands. The path to peace is hard, but it is the only way forward.”
In his Easter message, Governor Alia wrote: “As we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, I extend my warmest Easter greetings to all Christians in Benue State and across Nigeria.
“Easter is a powerful reminder of Christ’s sacrifice; His death, burial, and resurrection for the salvation of mankind. It teaches us the true meaning of selflessness, forgiveness, love, and hope. In these virtues, we find the strength to build a better society and the courage to face our present challenges. I acknowledge the pain and sorrow caused by recent attacks on our communities in Logo, Ukum and Otukpo.
“It is heartbreaking. But let me assure you that my administration is working tirelessly, in close partnership with security agencies, to bring peace and safety back to every corner of our state. We must unite, across tribes, faiths, and backgrounds to defeat the forces of evil that seek to divide and destroy us. Let us embrace the spirit of Easter by showing love to one another, praying for our state, and standing together in hope and faith.
“May the blessings of this holy season bring comfort to the grieving, strength to the weary, and peace to our land.
“Happy Easter, and may God bless Benue State.”
Today, I visited the grieving communities of Ukum and Logo LGAs where our people have fallen victim to senseless and barbaric attacks by suspected herdsmen. As of this moment, we mourn the loss of 56 innocent souls: fathers, mothers, children, cut down in cold blood. pic.twitter.com/YL2kBn2aSG
— Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia (@HyacinthAlia) April 19, 2025
Today, as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, I extend my warmest Easter greetings to all Christians in Benue State and across Nigeria. pic.twitter.com/CJMsOjhNof
— Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia (@HyacinthAlia) April 20, 2025
