Markurdi, Benue state – Benue state Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has spoken out about his determination to dam former Anambra Governor Peter Obiâs deliberate go to to the Internally Displaced Individuals (IDP) camps within the state.
NewsWatch.com.ng reported earlier that Obi alleged that Governor Alia stopped him from visiting the Internally Displaced Individuals’ camp within the state on humanitarian grounds.
In an interview on TVC’s Past The Headlines, on Thursday, April 24, Alia denied accusations that his actions have been politically motivated.
The governor additionally acknowledged that his main concern was the security and safety of the IDPs, in addition to the right protocols for visits to delicate areas just like the camps.
Alia firmly rejected options that he was politicising the difficulty, emphasising that his accountability because the sitting governor was to make sure the security of the folks within the IDP camps, particularly given the context of the continued violence within the area.
Governor Alia outlined his causes for blocking Obiâs go to, stressing that any go to to such a delicate space should observe particular protocols.
He expressed considerations over the shortage of communication from Obiâs crew, highlighting that he, because the sitting governor, was not made conscious of the go to and was not consulted.
The governor additional elaborated that safety measures are important when coping with such weak populations, noting {that a} go to with out correct coordination might result in unintended penalties, Vanguard reported.
Governor Aliaâs refusal to permit Obiâs go to has been met with criticism from his opponents, with some accusing him of limiting entry to humanitarian support within the area.
Additionally they raised considerations concerning the reported malnutrition and deteriorating circumstances within the IDP camps.
Nonetheless, Alia denied these claims, stating that his precedence was making certain that each one humanitarian efforts align with safety protocols.
In his defence, Alia dismissed claims that Obi had not reached out to his workplace to debate the go to, stating that there have been a number of channels accessible to make such preparations.
Whereas sustaining his place on safety, Alia additionally reiterated that he welcomed any real efforts to help the IDPs.
Nonetheless, he careworn that the precedence should all the time be making certain the security and well-being of the folks.
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Beforehand, NewsWatch.com.ng reported that President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday, April 23, directed a right away and complete overhaul of nationwide safety methods.
In line with Bayo Onanuga, one of many presidential spokespersons, Tinubu demanded an pressing motion to finish the escalating violence in Benue, Borno, Plateau and Kwara states.
Supply: NewsWatch.com.ng
