Desperate Individuals sponsoring malicious protests against Gov Alia- CPS, alleges

From Attah Ede, Makurdi 

The Chief Press Secretary to the Benue State Governor, Alia Tersoo Kula, on Wednesday, alleged that some particular individuals have decided to orchestrate a campaign of misinformation and sponsored protests designed to destabilize Benue State and undermine the administration of the Governor Hyacinth Alia.

He further stated that the protests are calculated agendas by disgruntled elements to settle personal scores and advance a malicious agenda. 

He noted that in recent weeks, there have been  series of protests in Abuja, purportedly representing the concerns of Benue State citizens, regretting that it has become abundantly clear that these demonstrations are not organic expressions of public sentiment, but sponsored by individuals driven by a desperate desire to paint Benue State in the worst possible light in an attempt to force the hand of President Ahmed Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in the state. 

He said, “this misguided notion stems from a deep-seated aversion to positive change and a yearning for a return to a discredited status quo. Their ultimate goal, it seems, is to create an environment of chaos and instability, allowing them to exploit the situation for their own selfish gain. 

“We are particularly disturbed by the blatant attempts to weaponize the legal profession in this campaign of deceit. We have witnessed the spectacle of ex-convicts being paraded at press conferences, individuals masquerading as lawyers, and unregistered organizations submitting petitions filled with lies and offensive 

accusations to the National Assembly. 

“These actions not only undermine the integrity of the legal profession but also demonstrate the depths to which these individuals are willing to sink in their pursuit of personal vendettas. We urge the Nigerian Bar Association to take swift and decisive action to address these instances of impersonation and professional misconduct. 

“Let us be clear: the sponsors of these protests are known, and their motives are transparent. They are driven by a desperate desire to remove Governor Alia from office, but they will not succeed. The people of Benue State are united in their support for their governor and will not allow these forces of disruption to undermine the progress being made under his leadership. 

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We want to assure the public that Benue State is safe and secure. All the arms of government are functioning smoothly, and the legislative business is proceeding seamlessly. Governor Hyacinth Alia is diligently delivering on his mandate, and the state is making significant strides in addressing the challenges it faces. 

“While the issue of insecurity is a national concern, Governor Alia is taking proactive steps to curtail the activities of armed herders and protect our communities. His administration is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents of Benue State. 

“We call on the media to exercise due diligence in reporting on these matters and to avoid amplifying the voices of those who seek to spread misinformation and sow discord. We urge the public to remain vigilant and to reject the false narratives being propagated by these disgruntled elements.