Tinubu to visit Benue over crisis

President Bola Tinubu will travel to Benue on June 18 as part of renewed efforts to foster peace and address the persistent conflict affecting communities in the state.

The President’s visit aims to assess firsthand the recurring crisis that has claimed numerous lives and caused destruction, Mr Bayo Onanuga, his spokesman, said in a statement on Monday.

“During his stay, President Tinubu will meet with all stakeholders—including traditional rulers, political, religious, community leaders, and youth groups—to seek lasting solutions to the hostilities.

“In preparation for the visit, President Tinubu has already dispatched the SGF, the Inspector General of Police, heads of intelligence agencies, the National Security Adviser, and the Chairmen of the Senate and House Defence Committees to Benue State.

“The President is expected to hold a town hall meeting with all stakeholders during the visit,” said the statement.

President Tinubu had previously condemned the ongoing violence in Benue and called on all leaders and residents to embrace peace, love, and mutual understanding.

He extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and to all those who have suffered losses as a result of the crisis.

According to the statement, the President has rescheduled his planned visit to Kaduna on Wednesday, to commission various projects, to June 19.