Ortom
Ortom to volunteer guards: Be vigilant and protect your communities against terrorists
Governor Samuel Ortom charged the Benue State Community Volunteer Guards to be vigilant and protect their communities against terrorists.
The Governor spoke on Thursday, October 13th, 2022 during the passing out parade of the second batch of the Benue State Community Volunteer Guards at the IBB Square, Makurdi also asked the security outfit to operate strictly within the ambit of the law and not to get involved in politics in the discharge of their duties.
Ortom said, “I urge the Command structure of the Benue State Community Volunteer Guards to operate strictly within the ambit of the law, in order not to betray the powers bestowed on you by the people. Remain apolitical, conscientious, courteous, vigilant and strong to stand firm and protect the people.
“I have on behalf of the Benue State Government applied to the responsible Federal Government agency for approval to procure automatic weapons, particularly AK47 assault rifles to further strengthen your logistic support base and your defense capability. I am still awaiting approval from the Federal Government to deal accordingly.
“This giant step towards self-defence is indeed a clarion call to Nigerians of nationalistic and patriotic spirit to rise and not only support our cause but also throw in their weight to maintain and sustain our lives and nationhood.
“I will seek the counsel of Benue people on the next line of action as I have their mandate.”