Governor Samuel Ortom and his Nasarawa State counterpart, Engr. Abdullahi Sule today met at the Benue Peoples House Makurdi in a move to promote peaceful coexistence among people of the two states.
The Governors acknowledged the long time ties between Benue and Nasarawa which date back to the days of Benue-Plateau State, stressing that people of the two states have no justification to engage in conflicts.
Governor Ortom described the Nasarawa State Governor as a man of peace as demonstrated by his visit and words, pointing out that the meeting would encourage people of both states to live in harmony.
He stated that boundary demarcation was for administrative convenience and not meant to divide people and ignite crisis.
Governor Ortom emphasized the need for the people of Benue and Nasarawa States to support security agencies to end crime particularly in border communities. He commended Operation Whirl Stroke and other security operatives for their commitment to ensuring that peace and security return to the affected areas.
Governor Abdullahi Sule had earlier acknowledged the large population of Tiv, Idoma and other ethnic groups in Nasarawa State and stressed the importance of peace and security between Benue and his state to pave way for speedy industrial development.
He said his visit was to collaborate with Governor Ortom to chart a new course for greater economic development, adding that meaningful development would only take place in an atmosphere deviod of crisis.
The meeting was also attended by Deputy Governors of the two states, Senators, traditional rulers and other top government officials.
