The Senate has voiced serious concern over the recent surge in killings in Benue State, affirming its commitment to tackling the worsening insecurity in the area.
During a briefing on Tuesday, Senate spokesperson Yemi Adaramodu emphasized the urgent need for collaborative and lasting solutions to the crisis.
He revealed that a delegation of senators, working alongside the executive arm, plans to visit the affected communities to offer condolences and engage key local stakeholders.
“We are tired of making condolence visits. We must stop the killings. Collaboration among federal and state governments, security agencies, and local communities is vital to find a lasting resolution,” Adaramodu stated.
He also highlighted President Bola Tinubu’s scheduled visit to Benue State on Wednesday, noting that it will significantly boost ongoing peace and security efforts.
The Senate spokesperson reiterated the chamber’s call for a national security summit, describing the upcoming event as a crucial step in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges.
“At the security summit, we aim to uncover and address any unknown problems,” he explained. “We have allocated sufficient funding to support security agencies, and our engagements have yielded positive results.”
Addressing public concerns about the Senate’s productivity, Adaramodu clarified that the Senate often exceeds the constitutional requirement of 181 plenary days annually, sometimes holding sessions continuously aside from statutory holidays.
Regarding the various investigations initiated by Senate committees, he noted that not all outcomes are publicized, particularly when agencies have met legislative expectations.
