The governor of Benue State, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, has called on the people of Benue to remain resilient and united in the fight against insecurity in the state.
Governor Alia made this call on Saturday, December 28, 2024, while speaking at this year’s Prayer Pilgrimage for Peace held at the Cathedral Church of St John the Baptist, Gboko.
The appeal comes a few days after suspected herdsmen launched an unprovoked attack on the Anwase community in Kwande Local Government Area, where about 11 innocent residents were gruesomely murdered on Christmas Day.
Addressing the state’s security challenges, Alia emphasised that achieving peace requires a collective commitment to bridge divides, heal wounds, and build a society where every citizen can thrive.
“We have a problem on our hands, and this problem did not start from somewhere else. It started from within ourselves before external forces began leveraging it to destroy us,” the governor stated.
He added that lasting peace in the state depends on citizens setting aside their differences and taking a deliberate stand against insecurity, stressing that while he serves as the leader, all the people collectively constitute the government.
Alia reiterated his administration’s commitment to fostering peace in the state, urging residents to take intentional steps toward achieving it.
“For us to get peace, we have to be deliberate; we have to be direct. God has given us peace, and we must also give peace,” he said.
The governor expressed gratitude to those working tirelessly to restore peace in their communities, particularly acknowledging the significant efforts of the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Katsina-Ala, Most Rev Isaac Dugu, for the return of peace in Sankera. He also called for the continuation of the Peace Mass to include other tribes in the state that are equally affected by insecurity.
A married woman has turned to social media for advice after revealing she’s pregnant with twins and uncertain if the father is her husband or her ex-boyfriend. Eyes Of Lagos reports,
Posting on X (formerly Twitter), she confessed to rekindling a relationship with her ex, which has now left her in a painful dilemma. In her heartfelt plea, she admitted her mistakes and asked for honest advice, regardless of how harsh it might be.
She wrote:
“I know I’ll be judged, but I need honest advice. I’m married with a child and made the terrible mistake of going back to my ex. Now, I’m pregnant with twins and unsure if they’re my husband’s.
My husband has sacrificed so much, even raising money for us to deliver the twins in America. I feel overwhelmed with regret and sadness. Please, what should I do?”
The post has gone viral, sparking debates and mixed reactions online. While some commenters offered empathetic advice, others criticized her actions, highlighting loyalty and trust in marriage.
Some Reactions:
@PenTitan: “They never use protection when they go back to their ex. Never.”
@kristiano_88: “Imagine funding your wife’s delivery abroad, only to find out the kids aren’t yours.”
@FindingKan: “Why can’t women appreciate a man’s sacrifices? This is heartbreaking.”
@popterai: “If the pregnancy is early, consider all options, but protect your marriage.”
@rea4241: “Either confess or keep it a secret and hope the twins are his.”
The story continues to divide opinions, shedding light on the complexities of relationships and trust
