The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has withdrawn members of the Benue State Local Government Area from the MBAA community in the Cuad Local Government Area of Benue State after alleged attacks by armed herders, killing more than 20 people, including 16 A farmer whose bodies were found in it. Katina river ala.
In a statement released Thursday, February 20, Benue Assistant Director of Information and Public Relations Yahuza Adamu confirmed that the decision was made due to the ongoing attack on the community due to the ongoing attack on the community. . Adamu assured parents and guardians that NYSC Benue remains committed to the safety and welfare of its members of the Legion and is working with security agencies to ensure its protection.
“Since the ongoing attacks on the MBAA community that shared borders with the Republic of Cameroon, the City has withdrawn all members of the Legion in the area and has not posted anywhere there so far,” the statement reads.
Adamu further mentioned that NYSC Schwander local government inspectors had served as head of the legion members in the area and confirmed that everything was safe. He added: “As a result, all the members of the Legion serving in Jato Acka Turan, who is far from the affected communities, are not subject to any security threats.”
“In terms of policy, New York City has always taken positive steps to mitigate risks and ensure that members of the Legion always receive the necessary protection,” he stressed.
The City also assured parents and guardians that it remains vigilant and will continue to work with security agencies to maintain its members. They urge parents and guardians to learn about accurate updates through the official NYSC channels.
