Episode Transcript
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Top Nigerian Army Officials Visit Benue State Amid Wave of Killings : Aiming to Restore Peace
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In Benue state in Nigeria , there have been frequent killings by suspected herders and militia groups , causing widespread concern among residents .
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The Chief of Army Staff ( COAS ) , Olufemi Oluyede , has relocated to the area along with Principal Staff Officers ( PSOs ) and other top officers from the army headquarters in order to assess the security situation .
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Additional troops and logistics are being deployed to hunt down the armed groups responsible for these attacks .
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While in Benue state , COAS Oluyede is expected to hold strategic meetings with operational and unit commanders to discuss ways forward and review ongoing operations .
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He will also visit various troop locations and operational bases to boost morale and fighting spirit among soldiers .
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Additionally , he plans to visit villages that have been attacked and reassure residents of their safety .
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Recent cases in the state include an attack on Rev. erend Father Solomon Atongo in May , as well as multiple attacks resulting in fatalities in Agan Community , Naka , Edikwu - Ankpali community , and Tse - Antswam .
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These incidents have led to many deaths and displaced individuals .
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The COAS 's visit to Benue state aims to restore normalcy to the affected areas by reorganizing operations and ensuring the protection of innocent citizens from further violence .
