Governor Alia's Reason for Denying Peter Obi's Access to Benue IDP Camp Revealed
In an exclusive interview with TVC, Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State finally shed some light on the unexpected denial of Peter Obi's visit to the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in the state.
During the heated interview, Gov. Alia made it clear that he had no inkling about Obi's intentions concerning the planned visit. According to him, there was no prior communication about the visit, which should have been the norm for high-profile figures like Peter Obi, given his former political status.
"As a sitting governor and former governor myself, I understand the protocol that comes with high-profile visits," said Gov. Alia. "It's just common courtesy to give a heads-up, especially when you're planning to drop by sensitive locations like IDP camps."
The governor further explained that the denial wasn't a political move but a measure to ensure the security and safety of the IDPs residing in Benue State. He emphasized that as the one bearing the brunt of the IDPs' pains, he couldn't jeopardize their safety for the sake of a surprise visit.
"I can't politicize the plight of the IDPs," Gov. Alia admitted. "It's my duty to protect them, and an uncoordinated visit could disrupt our security arrangements and put the already vulnerable displaced persons at risk."
When quizzed about Peter Obi's claims of being unreachable, Gov. Alia revealed that, if necessary, other senior members of his government could have been reached instead.
Could this incident mark the beginning of a rift between Peter Obi and the Benue State Government? Only time will tell.
Sources
- Lack of prior notice and courtesy
- Security concerns
- Denial of politicization
- Importance of courtesy and protocol in high-profile visits
- The governor's duty to protect the IDPs
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- Governor Hyacinth Alia, in an interview with TVC, revealed that Peter Obi's visit to IDP camps in Benue State was unannounced, highlighting the lack of prior notice and courtesy as a concern.
- Alia explained that the denial of Obi's visit was due to security concerns, emphasizing that the safety of the IDPs in Benue State is his utmost priority.
- In response to claims suggesting politicization, the governor unequivocally denied politicizing the IDPs' plight, reiterating his duty to protect them.
- Alia stressed the importance of adhering to courtesy and protocol during high-profile visits, especially when planning to visit sensitive locations like the IDP camps.
- The governor admitted that he couldn't jeopardize the safety of the IDPs by allowing an uncoordinated visit, as it could disrupt security arrangements and put their already vulnerable lives at risk.
- In other general news, issues regarding politics, policy-and-legislation, and the governance of Nigeria are currently the focus, with various political camps engaged in debunking rumors and accusations.
- The general news also includes other headlines such as the ongoing strikes being called off, strategic discussions between various governors, and calls for Peter Obi to rejoin the PDP amidst defections.
