Benue State Commissioner for Power and Transportation, Omale Omale, has urged the Federal Government of Nigeria and the National Assembly to implement the Anti-Open Grazing Prohibition Law across all states of the federation.
This urgent call follows a tragic assault in the Akpete community of Apa Local Government Area, where four residents lost their lives in a violent attack allegedly carried out by armed herders.
Omale, a native of the affected Apa LGA, condemned the Akpete incident, describing it as yet another horrific act, which he characterized as “barbaric and evil.”
In a public statement released on Friday, Omale expressed profound grief over the lives lost and the forced displacement of local families. He extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and those affected.
“These attacks have become far too frequent and unjustified,” Omale said.
“The continued pattern of violence is extremely disturbing. We must transition from isolated state efforts to a unified national resolve that backs state laws with federal enforcement.”
He emphasized that although Benue has enacted the Anti-Open Grazing Law, its effectiveness depends on nationwide enforcement to deter further bloodshed.
Commissioner Omale urged the National Assembly to institutionalize this legislation at the national level, thereby empowering security agencies and local authorities across the country to ensure uniform implementation.
“There are no valid reasons left for these killings. Outdated claims of farmer-herder clashes or cattle theft no longer justify such brutality. Innocent citizens are being slaughtered — we need joint national action now.”
Omale also mentioned that the Benue State Government had dispatched additional military personnel to restore calm in Akpete, and that the Apa Local Government Chairman had organized an urgent security meeting in response.
Additionally, Omale called on traditional rulers, youth organizations, and local stakeholders to take an active stand in safeguarding their communities.
“This is not the time for accusations; this is a time for leadership. We must adopt fresh, proactive security strategies. The safety, dignity, and livelihood of our people are under direct threat.”
The commissioner decried the ongoing pattern of assaults, describing the destruction, emotional trauma, and displacement of citizens as deeply heartbreaking and unacceptable.
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