***To Constitute Stakeholders C’ttee To Restore Peace In Benue
By Miriam Humbe
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has expressed profound appreciation to President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for his timely visit to Benue State despite his tight schedules.
Segun Imohiosen, the Director, Information & Public Relations in the OSGF disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday.
The SGF assured that he will work with all the key stakeholders to bring lasting peace in the state in line with the President’s directives.
The SGF commended the President’s courageous initiative to witness firsthand the incessant conflicts faced by the State and to reaffirm the government’s dedication to resolve the ongoing conflicts.
During his visit, President Tinubu engaged with key stakeholders at a town hall meeting where crucial matters towards nipping the lingering killings in the bud were ironed out in order to restore peace in the State.
As part of efforts to find lasting solution to the killings in Benue State, Mr. President has directed the SGF to coordinate the formation of a committee of key stakeholders to fast-track the process of restoring enduring peace in the affected parts of the State in line with his Renewed Hope Agenda.
The Committee will comprise former Governors of the State, the Tor Tiv, Och’Idoma, the SGF as well as other key stakeholders to meet with President Tinubu in Abuja to fashion out workable modalities to end the killings.
Sen. Akume said that achieving sustainable peace requires a united effort.
He therefore assured Mr. President of his unwavering commitment to adhere to the tenets of his directive to work hand-in-hand with all stakeholders—local communities, civil society, security agencies, and traditional rulers, to develop and implement comprehensive strategies that address root causes, promote reconciliation, and foster long-term peace and stability in the State.
