Join our WhatsApp channel HERE for the latest Benue news and updates!
In a compassionate move, Hon. Fidelis Msughter Unongo, the Special Adviser to the Governor of Benue State on Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs, has settled the medical bills of victims from a recent army attack in Turan, Kwande Local Government Area. The gesture comes as a relief to the affected families, particularly for the young victims currently receiving treatment.
The victims, identified as children aged 6, 10, and 17, are being cared for in a private hospital following the incident. The move by Hon. Unongo highlights a swift response to the humanitarian needs arising from the conflict.
Reports indicate that military personnel deployed to secure the community alleged that the victims were armed bandits in possession of rifles. However, local residents have countered this claim, insisting that the children were innocent bystanders caught in the violence. This discrepancy has sparked ongoing debates within the community as investigations continue.
The settlement of the medical bills underscores the government’s commitment to supporting those affected by the unrest. Community leaders have expressed gratitude for the intervention, hoping it will pave the way for further dialogue and resolution.
For more updates, follow #benue_info on social media.
Reported by Benue Info-pedia
