The Benue State Urban Development Board has carried out a demolition exercise targeting illegal shanties along Old Otukpo Road in Makurdi, the state capital. The operation, captured in a video shared by Alia TV Network, shows heavy machinery, including a bulldozer, razing makeshift structures in the area.
The action aims to restore order and enhance urban planning in the region, according to the board’s stated objectives. Local residents and passersby witnessed the removal of the structures, which had reportedly encroached on public land.
The development has sparked discussions online, with a Facebook post by user Asom D Jerry drawing attention. In his comment, Jerry declared himself a “friend of the police” and warned that any officer attempting to arrest him would face dismissal, asserting he is “not on the same level” with them. The post, made five hours ago, reflects tensions surrounding enforcement actions in the state.
No official injuries or arrests were reported during the exercise. Authorities have urged residents to comply with urban development regulations to avoid similar interventions. Further details on relocation plans for affected individuals remain unavailable at this time.
