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On February 12, 2026, communities across the Sankera axis in Benue State received news that has been met with widespread relief and celebration: the establishment of a new military base in the Gaambe-Tiev area of Logo Local Government Area. Residents and local leaders have described the deployment as a decisive and long-awaited intervention that could finally turn the tide against years of violent attacks, farmer-herder clashes, banditry, and general insecurity that have devastated the region.
Locals say the presence of dedicated military personnel will dramatically improve safety for families, protect farmlands and homes, and allow thousands of displaced or cautious residents to resume normal life. Farming — the economic lifeblood of the area — has been one of the hardest-hit sectors. Many farmers have either abandoned their fields entirely or drastically reduced cultivation due to fear of attacks, leading to reduced harvests, food insecurity in parts of the state, and serious hardship for households.
Speakers from the communities expressed confidence that better security would not only save lives and property but also revive agricultural output and breathe life back into local markets and small-scale trade. “When people feel safe, they farm more, they sell more, and the entire economy begins to move again,” one resident was quoted as saying in community reactions shared online.
The move has been credited to collaborative efforts involving federal and state authorities. Residents specifically thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his administration’s focus on restoring security in troubled parts of the country, Benue State Governor Rev. Fr. (Dr.) Hyacinth Iormem Alia for his persistent advocacy and coordination, and Senator Gabriel Suswam for playing a key role in facilitating the deployment.
Many described the new base as “another big win for Sankera” — a phrase now circulating widely among locals — and a powerful signal that sustained pressure and political will are beginning to produce concrete results. For people who have lived under the shadow of violence for years, the military installation represents more than just soldiers on the ground; it symbolizes renewed hope that lasting peace may finally be within reach.
While challenges remain and sustained presence, community engagement, and complementary development initiatives will be needed for long-term stability, today’s announcement has injected fresh optimism into a region desperate for normalcy. In Sankera and surrounding communities, February 12, 2026, is already being remembered as the day hope received reinforcements.
