The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has praised the police following the arrest of suspects in connection with the Benue massacre.

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has praised the police following the arrest of suspects in connection with the Benue massacre.
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has lauded the Nigeria Police and other security agencies for apprehending the alleged mastermind behind the recent deadly attack in Yeletawa, Benue State, which claimed several lives and led to widespread property destruction.
Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, announced on Tuesday that at least 53 suspects had been arrested in connection with the violent incidents in both Benue and Plateau states. He assured that the suspects would be promptly prosecuted for their involvement in the attacks.
In a statement on Wednesday issued by Deputy Director, Communication and Media, Paul Odenyi, the Director General of NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, said the arrest was a testament to the commitment of the security agencies to protecting the lives and property of Nigerians, noting that the swift action taken by the police and other security agencies had brought a sense of relief to the affected communities and the nation at large.
Issa-Onilu expressed his gratitude to the security agencies for their efforts in maintaining law and order in the country, emphasising that the arrest would serve as a deterrent to others who might be planning similar crimes.
Reflecting on the efforts of NOA in engaging the government, particularly on security matters, he stated that under the Nigerian Promise of the National Values Charter, peace and security are considered one of the fundamental promises made by leaders to the people, noting that the recent arrest of the suspected mastermind behind the massacre is a fulfilment of this promise.
“The DG, who noted that President Bola Tinubu, during his visit to Benue State, had earlier ordered the security agencies to fish out those behind the act, also commended him for his prompt response to the situation, which has led to the arrest,” the statement said.
He went on to commend the strong synergy and collaboration among the various security agencies, noting that their joint efforts were crucial to the successful arrest of the suspect. He emphasized that such coordinated action is vital in addressing the complex security challenges confronting the nation.