Police have prevented a plot to assassinate the Speaker of Benue and have apprehended a Local Government Chairman in relation to the incident. The police have also reaffirmed their dedication to stopping criminal activities.

 

Story by Iyiola Ayomide

Two individuals suspected of planning an assassination have been apprehended by the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) of the Nigeria Police Force Intelligence Department. 

 According to ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the suspects who have been arrested consist of a Chairman from one of the Local Government Areas in Benue State.

 According to him, initial inquiries indicate that the Chairman of the Local Government reportedly hired a group of armed individuals with the malicious aim of assassinating the Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, Hon. Aondona Hycenth Dajoh. 

 "At present, both individuals accused are under police custody and are fully cooperating with investigators in the continuous investigation. 

 The Nigeria Police Force maintains its unwavering dedication to ensuring the safety and security of the public and government officials."  

Adejobi affirmed that the apprehended individuals will be subjected to the full force of the legal system, and he assured the public of the Nigeria Police Force's steadfast dedication to upholding law and order, as well as preventing crimes at all stages.