Security: Alia inaugurates civil guards, donates vehicles
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By Emmanuel Antswen
Gov. Hyacinth Alia of Benue on Saturday launched a 5000-man new security outfit known as the Benue State Civil Protection Guards (BSCPG).
Alia also unveiled a Joint Security Task Force named “Operation Anyam Nyor” to tackle the security challenges bedevilling the state.
The governor during the ceremony in Makurdi announced the donation of 100 Hilux security vans and 600 special combatant motorcycles for their effective operations.
He assured Benue residents that security remained his top priority, adding that the stability of a community leads to meaningful and sustainable development.
Alia stated that the state made strategic investments aimed at fortifying the capacity of security agencies.
According to him, the goal is to combat criminality and create an environment where people can live and thrive without fear.
He said the BSCPG was established by law to complement the efforts of conventional security agencies in the state by way of synergising and comparing notes.
Alia stated that an additional 5000 guards would be recruited in due course to bring the total to 10,000.
“To further strengthen our security framework, I am pleased to announce the launch of the Operation “Anyam Nyor” Joint Security Task Force.
“This operation represents the largest and most comprehensive security collaboration in the history of our dear state.
“The operation has the Nigerian Army, the Nigerian Navy, the Nigerian Police Force, the Department of State Services, and the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps working together.
“They will deploy personnel across all local government areas in the state.
“This joint effort will ensure that security concerns are not only addressed comprehensively but also decisively,” he said.
The governor commended President Bola Tinubu for his unwavering support to his administration, especially his security efforts.
He also commended the Tor Tiv, Prof. James Ayatyse, and the Catholic Bishop of the Katsina-Ala Diocese, Most Rev. Isaac Dugu, for their dedication to peace-building in the state.
Alia further thanked the officers for responding to the call for service and urged them to always operate in accordance with their mandate.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Northern Governors Forum, Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe, said the 19 northern governors would support the Benue security project.
Yahaya said the efforts of the Benue governor were in preparation for the coming of the state police, adding that Benue has taken a step ahead of other states.
Also, the Tiv paramount ruler, Prof. James Ayatse, said the Benue traditional institution would support the security initiatives of the governor.
Ayatse said that the recruitment of 5000 BSCPG was not for political reasons and charged the officers to operate within their set mandate.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event was attended by governors, Chairman of APC, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje and other party chieftains.(NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Peter Amine
