Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State on Sunday condemned the killing of villagers in Ukum Local Government Area of the state.
Our correspondent reported that at least 24 people were killed at Akpuuna village in Mbaterem, Ukum LGA by local bandits.
The governor through his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, expressed disappointment over the development.
SPONSOR AD
He called on security agents to arrest those behind the unlawful act and bring them to book just as he sent words of condolence to those whose loved ones were killed in the attack and prayed to God to comfort them.
- NAFDAC partners inspection agents to tackle Nigerian food rejection abroad
- Russian 16-year-old Andreeva reaches Wimbledon second week
The governor however urged for calm and advised the people of Sankera to assist security agencies with useful information that will help quell insecurity in the area.