CDS Gen. Musa Visits Benue Community After Deadly Attack

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, on Monday visited Yelwata town in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, where scores of people were killed in a coordinated attack on Friday night.

The visit comes in the wake of persistent attacks on communities in the state by armed herders and bandits, which have led to widespread displacement and loss of lives.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that General Musa’s visit is aimed at assessing the security situation and demonstrating the military’s commitment to restoring peace in the troubled region.

During the visit, the CDS is also expected to meet with Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, at the Government House in Makurdi.

NAN further reports that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, is also scheduled to arrive in Benue for a working visit as part of efforts to bolster security operations in the state.