- He said contrary to the belief in some quarters, relative peace had returned to the state
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, urged the operatives of the Nigeria Hunters and Forest Security Service to sharpen their skills in combating crime in the state.
The governor stated this on Wednesday during the closing of a four-day capacity training at the 72 Special Forces Battalion, in Makurdi, the state capital.
He urged the operatives to make themselves visible and complement the efforts of other security agencies in crime fighting, adding that while carrying out their assignments, they should respect the human rights of law-abiding citizens
He said contrary to the belief in some quarters, relative peace had returned to the state.
“I am sure. that the capacity training you have received from men of the 72 Special Forces Battalion has sharpened your skills to face the task ahead.
“I also urge you to make yourselves visible and complement the efforts of other security agencies in crime fighting and above all, respect the human rights of law-abiding citizens,” he said.
The governor while expressing appreciation to the NHFSS for public safety, noted that they have come to stay as they remain instrumental despite the challenges confronting the state.
Alia, however, noted that there is relative peace in the state.