Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff Confirms Arrests in Benue Attack Amid Crisis
Image Credit: gistreelNigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, confirmed arrests related to the deadly Benue State attack and ongoing crisis, though details remain undisclosed.
He assured that security agencies including the police and DSS are actively investigating to resolve the situation following President Tinubu’s directive to apprehend those responsible.
The confirmation came after widespread public demand for accountability and transparency regarding the arrests.
Nigerians have expressed mixed reactions online, urging authorities to reveal the identities of the suspects to restore trust.
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