Human life more valuable than cattle, Tinubu tells Benue leaders

By Kunle Sanni –

President Bola Tinubu has emphasized that the value of human life far outweighs that of cattle, urging leaders and communities in Benue State to prioritize peace and unity amid ongoing attacks by armed herders.

Speaking during a town hall meeting with political leaders and stakeholders in Makurdi on Wednesday, the President stressed that security and human dignity must take precedence, warning that divisions and negligence provide opportunities for enemies to exploit.

“The value of human life is greater than that of a cow. And it is only when you open the door that a political enemy would come in,” Tinubu told the gathering, which included Governor Hyacinth Alia and traditional rulers.

The President, who is on a working visit to the state following renewed violence that has claimed over 100 lives, underscored the importance of unity among leaders in order to develop a common approach to ending the crisis.

Addressing Governor Alia directly, Tinubu remarked, “Your political enemies don’t want you to succeed. Are you just realising that?”

He called on all stakeholders to put aside political differences and work collectively towards restoring security and peace in the state.

President Tinubu assured that the federal government is committed to supporting efforts aimed at resolving the crisis and improving the safety of citizens.

“We cannot do without one another. I want us to create a leadership committee now to meet in Abuja to craft a strategy for lasting peace. And I am ready to invest in that peace,” he added.