Alia in addition to this, called for joint effort in flushing out criminals from the North Central state.
By Kehinde Okeowo
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, in a bid to secure the lives and properties of inhabitants of the state has unveiled a new security formation known as the Quick Response Squad (QRS).
The lunching of the security outfit took place on Wednesday, with Deputy Governor, Dr. Sam Ode standing in for Governor Alia at the ceremony marking the official commencement of the squad’s operations.
According to the governor, the initiative is aimed at fast-tracking emergency response and strengthening protection in communities vulnerable to attacks.
He added that the QRS will bring together a mix of security actors, including the Civilian Protection Guard (CPG), Nigerian Forest Security Service (NFSS), Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN), local hunters, and the Joint Task Force (JTF).
These groups are expected to collaborate closely with the military, the police, and other agencies to bolster intelligence-gathering, community safety, and rapid deployment during emergencies.
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Speaking at the launch, Governor Alia, through his deputy, called for joint effort in flushing out criminals from the North Central state.
He also emphasized the importance of swift action in combating insecurity, adding that the security outfit will make Benue safer.
He said, “The safety of our people remains a top priority, and this squad is designed to respond quickly and decisively wherever threats may arise.”
Alia added that the QRS will be deployed to high-risk areas to reinforce existing security measures and provide timely support where needed.
In the lead-up to the launch, there had been growing calls for a more coordinated approach in tackling insecurity in Benue following recent killings in the state.
