OYOGist.com has learned that Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue state has condemned in strong terms the recent attack on his counterpart from Borno state Gov. Babagana Zulum by armed bandits.
The Governor who spoke through his Chief Press Secretary Terver Akase, he described the attack as shocking and regrettable.
Read Akase’s statement:
“Benue state Governor, Samuel Ortom condemns the attack on the convoy of Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, in which about 15 persons were feared dead and others injured.
Governor Ortom sympathizes with his Borno State counterpart and describes the attack as shocking and unfortunate.
He expresses optimism that Governor Zulum will not be deterred by the reprehensible ambush as he continues to work with security agencies to restore peace to all parts of his state.
Governor Ortom condoles with families of those who lost their lives in the attack and prays God to grant their souls eternal rest.”
Meanwhile alot of Nigerians have taken to social media platforms to commend Governor Ortom for his show of patriotism by identifying with Governor Zulum in his time of grief.
