The Senatorial Candidate of the African Democratic Congress, *Dr. David Olofu*, has called on both the Federal Government and the Benue State Government to accord urgent priority to the protection of vulnerable communities in Benue South against the unrelenting attacks by suspected murderous herdsmen.
Dr. Olofu made this appeal earlier today in reaction to the tragic attack on the *Otukpo-Nobi community* in Okete District as well as Akpachi – Ugboju in Otukpo Local Government Area, which occurred few days ago and in the early hours of this morning.
Lamenting the incessant and brutal assaults on indigenes and communities across the Benue South Senatorial District, the Senatorial hopeful urged security agencies to be alive to their responsibilities and ensure justice is served to forestall reoccurrence.
Describing the attacks as deliberate acts of aggression by marauders, Dr. Olofu stressed that _”every necessary effort must be mobilized to secure our communities and preserve the sanctity of human life.”_
He extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of all those who lost their lives in these attacks. As of the time of this release, not fewer than nine persons have been confirmed dead.
He prayed for the peaceful repose of the souls of the departed, and for God’s comfort and strength upon the bereaved families and the District.
*Signed:*
_Dr. David Olofu_
_ADC Senatorial Candidate, Benue South Senatorial District_
[7/12, 17:34] Sir . Mmni: Oyo Abducted Victims; Be Accountable to God, Nigerians, APM Senator, Onawo Appeals to Leaders
By Our Reporter
Senator representing Nassarawa South Senator Ogoshi Mohammed Onawo has advised leaders at all levels that they will be held accountable to Almighty God and Nigerians towards the protection of lives and properties in view of the ongoing activities of bandits.
The Allied People’s Movement APM Senator was reacting to the safe rescue of Oyo pupils and teachers abducted for about 56 days by kidnappers in Ogbomosho area of the state.
He made this statement on Sunday while commending the security agencies, government and Oyo state Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde for handling the issue with all sincerity, maturity and attention it deserved.
While appealing to President Tinubu for a more wholistic decision to release other abducted victims across the country, he enjoined security agencies to redouble efforts towards rescuing all the abducted victims held in all parts of the country.
Senator Onawo commiserated with the family of those who lost their lives during the incarceration and operationto rescue , particularly the teachers and the security agencies who died during the rescue.
In that vein , he wished the abducted children and teachers quick recovery, so as to reunite them with their loved ones , urging government at all levels to also ensure the victims are adequately compensated.
Senator Onawo congratulated the APM National Chairman and the family for the security breakthrough, urging the party to continue to play the main opposition roles conscientiously.
