A devastating tragedy has unfolded in Nigeria’s Benue State, where brutal killings have taken place in the Yelewata and Daudu communities, located in the Guma Local Government Area. The attacks have been described as barbaric, disturbing, and utterly unacceptable by Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Kalu expressed his deep sorrow over the loss of lives and extended his condolences to the affected families and the government of Benue State.
The recent incident has sparked widespread condemnation, with Kalu joining the President in calling for security agencies to act swiftly and decisively. “I join Mr. President in calling on the security agencies to act swiftly and decisively. The recent incident in Yelewata, Benue State, is not only disturbing but deeply disheartening,” Kalu said. He strongly condemned the barbaric killing of community members, emphasizing that such acts are unacceptable and must be addressed.
In response to the tragedy, Kalu has assured that the National Assembly will continue to support efforts aimed at restoring peace and stability in the region. He believes that legislative intervention is critical in addressing the structural gaps in Nigeria’s security framework. As part of this commitment, the House Committee on Constitution Review convened a dialogue on the country’s national security architecture on Monday. Kalu expressed optimism that the ongoing constitutional review process, particularly in relation to security and policing reforms, would lead to enhanced inter-agency cooperation, improved intelligence sharing, strengthened border security, and foster regional coordination for a unified national response to insecurity.
Kalu also prayed for the peaceful repose of the victims’ souls and urged all stakeholders to remain committed to addressing the root causes of the violence. He emphasized the importance of preventing future tragedies by working together to address the underlying issues that lead to such senseless acts of violence. The international community is watching as Nigeria grapples with the aftermath of this devastating incident, and it is essential that the country’s leaders take decisive action to ensure the safety and security of its citizens.
