Ochétoha K’Idoma Forum Thumbs Up President Tinubu Over Benue Visit
Foremost Idoma Social Cultural group, the Ochétoha K’Idoma Forum, has expressed gratitude for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s visit to Benue State to addressed security challenges.
The Forum in a statement on Friday lauded the President’s clear grasp of the security challenges and his unwavering desire to address and tackle them headlong.
The group also commended Presidential Directives to the security agencies to apprehend and prosecute perpetrators, acknowledging the lack of arrests over two decades.
They however suggested broad representation, including former governors, Senate Presidents, and respected socio-cultural organizations as the President’s recognition of Tiv and Idoma peoples were acknowledged, with emphasis on inclusive action for comprehensive healing.
It expressed concern over the absence of the Och’Idoma from the speaking program and unexpected modification of the official program.
Critical issues affecting Idoma communities, including insecurity, displacement, infrastructure development needs, and cross-border security incidents were also raised as the group called for equitable representation and documentation as over 2,000 lives were lost in Agatu, Apa, and Otukpo communities.
The Forum appealed to the Idoma people to maintain composure and constructive engagement, while urging the President to sustain commitment to justice and comprehensive inclusion. The Ochétoha K’Idoma Forum remains committed to advocating for peace, equity, and protection of all people, seeking fair and equitable engagement.
