The Benue State Government has announced that it has commenced the arrest and prosecution of individuals and groups involved in the wanton destruction of public utilities and billboards across the state.
In a statement dated Monday, 14th September 2026, the government described the reckless and criminal conduct, which has resulted in the loss of valuable public and private investments, as one that will no longer be tolerated under any guise whatsoever.
The government stated in the clearest terms that anyone found culpable of vandalizing, defacing or destroying public utilities, billboards or any other state or private infrastructure will be made to face the full weight of the law. There will be no sacred cows, and no amount of political, social or personal affiliation will shield any offender from prosecution.
Security agencies have been directed to intensify surveillance and to apprehend, without delay, any person or group caught in the act of perpetrating these dastardly acts. Several suspects have already been arrested and are currently in police custody, and will be arraigned in court shortly to answer for their actions.
The government therefore serves this final and unequivocal warning to those with such destructive tendencies to desist immediately. The Benue State Government will not fold its arms while public and private property is destroyed by irresponsible elements. Anyone caught, henceforth, will be dealt with decisively and squarely, in accordance with the law.
Members of the public are also enjoined to report any person seen engaging in such acts of vandalism to the nearest security agency, as protecting public infrastructure is a collective responsibility.
The Benue State Government remains resolute in its commitment to protecting lives, property and public infrastructure across the state.
The statement was signed by Hon. Chief Solomon Iorpev, Honourable Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Benue State.
