Benue Police, Party leaders, Candidates, Security Agencies Sign Peace Accord

From Dooshima Terkura Makurdi

The Benue State Police Command has hosted State Chairmen of political parties, candidates, representatives of sister security agencies and other key stakeholders to a Peace Accord signing ceremony aimed at promoting peaceful political activities and sustaining security across the state.

The engagement, held in Makurdi, brought together political party leaders, candidates and heads/representatives of security and law enforcement agencies, as well as other relevant stakeholders.

During the meeting, the stakeholders reaffirmed their commitment to peaceful campaigns, respect for the rule of law and the protection of lives and property throughout the electoral period.

Addressing the gathering, the Commissioner of Police, Benue State Command, CP Cletus Nwadiogbu, urged political leaders and candidates to ensure that their supporters conduct themselves peacefully and responsibly.

He particularly warned against the recruitment or use of political thugs, cult groups and other criminal elements to intimidate opponents or disrupt lawful political activities.

The Peace Accord was subsequently signed by participating political parties and candidates, signifying their collective commitment to reject political violence, respect the rights of other political actors and cooperate with security agencies in maintaining peace throughout the electoral process.

The Commissioner assured all political parties and candidates that the Police Command would remain professional, impartial and committed to providing adequate security for all lawful political activities.

He further urged stakeholders to maintain effective communication with the Police and other security agencies, especially in respect of planned rallies, campaigns and other major political activities.

The Command therefore called on all political leaders, candidates, supporters and the general public to uphold the spirit of the Peace Accord and work collectively towards peaceful and credible political activities in Benue State.