…Says, decision is Strategic, bold and Decisive
Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Alia has described the approval of two additional Area Command and the upgrade of five police stations to Divisions in the State as bold, strategic and crucial step that will further strengthen the security architecture of the state.
Governor Alia, who stated this while commending and appreciating the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, also said that the development would bridge existing policing gaps, and enhance quicker response to security challenges, especially in flash points of insecurity in the state.
He noted with satisfaction that the creation of Daudu and Naka Area Commands, and the upgrade of police stations in Ayilamo, Yelwata, Jato-Aka, Okokolo, and Agan to Divisions, clearly depicts the Federal Government’s recognition of Benue’s peculiar security challenges, especially those relating to armed herder’s terror activities wrapped in perpetual invasion of communities and other communal tensions in the state.
The Governor assured the Police top hierarchy and the entire security establishment of his administration’s maximum cooperation and support to ensure that the noble initiative achieves its intended objectives.
A statement by Sir Tersoo Kula, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Benue State, stated that Fr. Alia further reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to peace, security, and the protection of lives and property.
The Governor further assured that his government will continue to partner with security agencies and provide necessary assistance to secure every community in Benue State.
