Genöcîde: President Tinubu to visit Benue Wednesday, reschedules Kaduna trip

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has postponed his scheduled visit to Kaduna State, opting instead to travel to Benue State on Wednesday, June 18, in a move aimed at addressing the escalating violence and insecurity plaguing communities in the North-Central state.

The decision comes amid renewed efforts by the presidency to foster peace and provide leadership in resolving the long-running conflict, which has led to the loss of lives, mass displacements, and destruction of property in affected communities.

According to a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu will use the visit to assess the security situation firsthand and meet with critical stakeholders, including traditional rulers, political leaders, religious figures, community representatives, and youth groups, toward finding sustainable solutions.

The statement reads:

“President Bola Tinubu has rescheduled his official visit to Kaduna State. Instead, he will travel to Benue State on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, as part of renewed efforts to foster peace and address the persistent conflict affecting communities in the state.

“The President’s visit aims to assess firsthand the recurring crisis that has claimed numerous lives and caused significant destruction.

“During his stay, President Tinubu will meet with all stakeholders—including traditional rulers, political, religious, community leaders, and youth groups—to seek lasting solutions to the hostilities.

“In preparation for the visit, President Tinubu has already dispatched the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, the Inspector General of Police, heads of intelligence agencies, the National Security Adviser, and the Chairmen of the Senate and House Defence Committees to Benue State.

“The President is expected to hold a town hall meeting with all stakeholders during the visit.

“President Tinubu has previously condemned the ongoing violence in Benue State and called on all leaders and residents to embrace peace, love, and mutual understanding. He extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and to all those who have suffered losses as a result of the crisis.

“According to his itinerary released over the weekend, President Tinubu was scheduled to visit Kaduna State on Wednesday to commission various state government projects. However, the official visit will now occur on Thursday, June 19, 2025.” [CONTINUE READING HERE]>>>>