Benue State Governor Condemns Assassination of Prominent Health Rights Advocate
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has condemned the brutal assassination of Chris Terfa, a renowned health rights advocate and leader in Nigeria’s development sector. The tragic event occurred on Friday evening at Terfa’s office complex on Nyesom Wike Road, where suspected assassins took his life.
Terfa was a prominent figure in the health and human rights sectors, serving as the National Chairperson of the National Key Population Health and Rights Network (NKPHRN) and Executive Director of Concerned Youth for Development Initiative (CYDI). His tireless efforts in advocating for vulnerable populations in the fight against HIV/AIDS earned him significant recognition and respect.
Governor Alia, in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, vowed that the deceased would receive justice. Alia, accompanied by top government officials, visited Terfa’s family on Sunday and expressed deep sorrow over the loss. The governor recalled Terfa’s contributions to the health and human rights sectors, commending his efforts in advocating for vulnerable populations.
The investigation into Terfa’s murder is ongoing, with the Divisional Police Officer of E Division, Bar Daniel Ezeala, and his team working to uncover further details and identify the culprits. Governor Alia has directed security agencies in the state to hunt down the perpetrators and anyone connected to the murder, assuring the public that the state government is committed to ensuring justice is swiftly served.
The news of Terfa’s death has sent shockwaves across Benue and beyond, with widespread mourning and tributes pouring in for the dedicated advocate. As the investigation unfolds, the people of Benue and Nigeria are holding their breath, hoping for justice to be served and the perpetrators brought to book.
