Residents of Otukpo, Benue State, took to the streets on Monday to protest the escalating wave of killings and kidnappings plaguing their community.
The demonstrators, numbering in the hundreds, blocked major roads while chanting, “We no go gree!” as they demanded urgent intervention from the government and security agencies.
One protester, Daniel Oche, voiced deep concerns over the frequent attacks, describing them as a “constant recurrence.”
He further alleged that power is deliberately cut off in the area before each assault, raising suspicions of possible complicity.
“This has been happening again and again. We are not safe in our own homes. And have you noticed? NEPA (JEDC) always takes light before every operation. It’s like they don’t want us to see what’s coming,” Oche stated.
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The demonstration comes in response to a series of deadly incidents that have left the community living in fear, with many residents choosing to flee their homes to seek safety elsewhere.
Protesters expressed frustration over the perceived inaction of authorities in addressing the security crisis.
At the time of filing this report, security operatives had yet to be deployed to the scene to manage the protest.
The government is yet to issue an official response regarding the allegations of electricity blackouts before attacks.
The situation in Otukpo remains tense as residents continue to demand tangible solutions to the growing insecurity in their community.