In response to the escalating security crisis across Nigeria, the Senate is set to summon security chiefs next week in Abuja for a crucial meeting aimed at finding lasting solutions.
Top Security Officials to Appear Before Senate
Expected at the meeting are:
- Chief of Defence Staff, General Chris Musa
- Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede
- Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla
- Chief of Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Hassan Abubakar
- Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun
- Director-General of the DSS, Adeola Ajayi
- Director-General of the NIA, Mohammed Mohammed
he announcement was made by Senate President Godswill Akpabio while debating a motion on the urgent need for the federal government to deploy troops to restore order in Gwer-West Local Government Area, Benue State.
Senate’s Resolution on Benue State Attacks
The motion, sponsored by Senator Titus Zam (Benue North West Senatorial District), was prompted by a wave of deadly attacks in the region by suspected herdsmen.
Following deliberations, the Senate resolved to:
Urge security agencies to immediately restore law and order in Gwer-West LGA and other affected areas.
Call on the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs to provide relief materials to displaced residents.
Direct the Benue State Government to strictly enforce the Open Grazing Prohibition and Ranches Establishment Law.
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Mandate the Senate Committees on Defence, National Security, Livestock Development, and Agriculture to visit Gwer-West LGA for an on-the-ground assessment and to sympathize with bereaved families.
Recent Attacks in Benue: Protest and Destruction
Senator Zam informed the Senate that on March 10, 2025, suspected bandits disguised as herders invaded Gyaruwa community in Gwer-West LGA, killing four people.
The attack triggered a violent protest by angry youths, frustrated by the government’s failure to protect their community. In their outrage, the youths set fire to the Gwer-West Local Government Secretariat, the paramount ruler’s palace, the private residence of Senator Zam, and homes of other prominent figures.
Zam, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), noted that despite previous motions and legislative efforts, including a Bill on Open Grazing Prohibition and Ranches Establishment, the security situation in Benue has continued to deteriorate due to a lack of enforcement by the state government.
Food Security at Risk Due to Insecurity
The lawmaker warned that the persistent violent attacks on Gyaruwa community threaten agriculture and food production, putting food security and livelihoods at risk in Benue State.
With the Senate’s renewed intervention, all eyes will be on the security chiefs to present concrete solutions to the crisis.
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