In Apa, a town in Benue State, residents have taken to the streets in protest against the recent killings in the area allegedly committed by suspected herdsmen militia.
On Friday morning, scores of youths took to the Oweto-Loko/Abuja road, mounting roadblocks on the expressway. This caused commuters to be stranded for over five hours.
Several protesters spoke to our correspondent and stated that they would not remove the roadblocks until either President Muhammadu Buhari or Governor Samuel Ortom addressed them. The protesters expressed their sadness over the loss of over 100 people in the community, including a beaded chief who had his hand chopped off while fleeing from the Fulani herdsmen.
The protesters called on the government to take urgent action to stop the ongoing violence in the area and bring the perpetrators to justice. They also demanded that the government provide adequate security measures to ensure the safety of residents and their property.
The ongoing killings and violence in the area have led to a significant displacement of residents, with many fleeing their homes to seek refuge in neighboring towns and villages. The situation has created a sense of fear and uncertainty among the people of Apa, who feel neglected and abandoned by the government.
The government must act swiftly to address the security challenges in the area and bring an end to the senseless killings. The residents of Apa deserve to live in peace and security, and it is the responsibility of the government to ensure that their fundamental rights are protected.
