Catholic bishops call for end to killings in Benue

Catholic Bishops

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria has strongly criticised the Federal Government and the Benue State Government over the continued killings in Benue.

In a statement signed by the CBCN President, Archbishop Lucius Ugorji, on Friday, the bishops said they were heartbroken by the “utterly barbaric” attacks on innocent people in the state.

“These cold-blooded attacks on defenceless communities where countless have been slaughtered, homes destroyed, and families left in anguish, are an affront to God, a stain on our shared humanity, and a terrifying reminder of the utter breakdown of security in our land,” the bishops said.

They accused both governments and security agencies of not doing enough to stop the killings.

According to them, it doesn’t matter if roads are built or salaries are paid, people must be safe first.

“No matter how well a government pays salaries or builds roads, its failure to protect human lives renders its achievements hollow. Punch