Benue Attack Victims Receive N1bn Donation from First Lady

Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady, has given a N1 billion check to help the victims of bandit assaults in Benue State’s Yelwata town.

She delivered the presentation during her Tuesday visit to Benue State to offer condolences to the state’s leadership and citizens for recent attacks that killed over 200 people and left many more maimed and displaced.

Gautier Mignot, the European Union’s ambassador to Nigeria, had warned during his visit that the Yelwata attack victims were being malnourished and desperately needed relief.

Given that help was equally vital in Gaza, Sudan, and the Sahel, Mignot had mobilized all parties involved to act quickly to improve the situation.

The Re­newed Hope Initiative’s gift, she said, is meant to assist the victims of the heinous attacks in getting back on their feet as quickly as possible.

She initially stopped by the Government House when she first arrived in the state, where she met Governor Hyacinth Alia.

The governor had the chance to reiterate the necessity of state policing, which has been a hot topic in the country for some time, during the visit.

The killings, according to Mrs. Tinubu, were heartbreaking and needless.

“As a mother, I implore everyone to put aside their complaints and return to friendly and harmonious cohabitation.

“Dialogue and patience are still the greatest ways to resolve conflicts instead of using violence. The path of peace is the path of love, and love is the most powerful force in the world. It endures a lot of pain, but it overcomes everything.

She emphasized that peaceful coexistence is still the key to the expansion, advancement, and development of any community, people, or country.

Benue State’s rich and varied agricultural produce has earned it the nickname “food basket” of the country. Benue State can make significant contributions to the development and prosperity of our country, particularly in the field of food security.

Sen. Oluremi Tinubu promised that the president and other relevant authorities would be informed of everything that was stated in response to some of the pleas made by previous speakers.

Rev. Father Hyacinth Alia, the state’s governor, had earlier noted that the recent murders in the state highlight the urgent need for both state and local enforcement.

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In order to guarantee prompt and efficient reaction, efficient intelligence information collection, and safer neighborhoods, this only serves to highlight the urgent need for state and community policing.

He praised the Renewed Hope program, the First Lady’s program, saying it has been characterized by love, support, and compassion.

You have shown Benue State so much consideration, kindness, empathy, compassion, and support. This is a highly regarded leadership style that we value and treasure.