NHRC SEEKS IMMEDIATE ACTION TO ADDRESS KILLINGS IN BENUE, OTHERS.

Still in Benue State, The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called on the Federal Government to take immediate action to address the escalating killings in Benue State and other parts of the country. 

The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Dr. Tony Ojukwu, who made the call on Tuesday in Abuja, expressed concern over the loss of lives, displacement, and destruction of property.

Ojukwu who called for the deployment of adequate security personnel, thorough investigations, and prosecution of perpetrators, stressed the need to protect vulnerable populations and address the root causes of the conflict.

The NHRC also warned that the ongoing insecurity in food-producing regions like Benue State could lead to looming famine and food insecurity. 

The commission assured that it would continue to monitor the situation and engage with relevant authorities to ensure that human rights are protected and promoted.

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