The Zone A Peoples’ Assembly (ZAPA) has issued a strong appeal to Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, urging him to declare a state of emergency on security in response to the escalating violence and widespread displacement currently plaguing many communities.
During a press briefing held in Makurdi on Sunday, ZAPA President Fanen Mondo described the ongoing attacks as a series of “coordinated and deadly strikes” allegedly perpetrated by armed herders, including some he believes to be foreign mercenaries. The affected areas include Chito in Ukum, Tor Donga in Katsina-Ala, Turan in Kwande, Aôndoana in Gwer West, Yelwata in Guma, Apa, and Agatu.
Mondo emphasized that Governor Alia should not merely declare the emergency, but also personally lead the state’s security interventions while actively engaging the Federal Government to combat the deteriorating situation.
“What links all these places is not just the carnage but the deafening silence — a silence from those who should be speaking out and taking action,” Mondo said.
He denounced what he called political indifference by state leaders, noting that silence in the face of such attacks could be seen as tacit complicity.
“Remaining silent isn’t being neutral — it’s being complicit. And the citizens of Benue understand that clearly,” Mondo asserted.
The ZAPA president also called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to acknowledge the support given to him by the Benue people during the 2023 general elections and take swift action. He advocated for the deployment of military personnel to the affected areas and the provision of emergency relief for displaced residents.
“Benue does not need a quiet leader; we need a proactive field commander who will rise to defend our ancestral lands,” Mondo concluded.
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