Benue killings senate summons igp police refused arrest suspects

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Benue Killings: Senate Summons IGP, Police Refuse to Arrest Suspects

The Senate has summoned the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Adamu, to appear before it over the recent killings in Benue State. The summon was issued following a motion moved by Senator Gabriel Suswam, representing Benue North Senatorial District, who condemned the killings and demanded justice for the victims.

According to reports, over 70 people have been killed in Benue State in the past few weeks, with many more injured and displaced. The killings have been attributed to herdsmen attacks, with the Benue State Government accusing the attackers of being sponsored by some powerful individuals.

However, the police have refused to arrest the suspects, citing lack of evidence and the need for further investigation. The police have also denied allegations of complicity in the killings, saying they are doing their best to bring the perpetrators to justice.

The Senate has given the IGP a deadline of one week to appear before it and explain the police's response to the killings. The Senate has also demanded that the police provide a comprehensive report on the killings and the measures being taken to prevent further attacks.

The summon has been met with mixed reactions, with some Nigerians calling for the IGP's resignation over the police's failure to arrest the suspects. Others have called for calm and urged the government to take concrete steps to address the root causes of the killings.

The situation in Benue State remains tense, with many residents calling for an end to the killings and the government to take decisive action to protect their lives and property.