In a show of support for the victims of the ongoing violent attacks in the state, Chief Samuel Ortom, the former governor of Benue State, has called off all of the extravagant celebrations that were scheduled for his 64th birthday.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by his media assistant Terver Akase, Ortom, who turned 64, made the announcement.
The former governor claimed that the horrific events taking place throughout Benue were the reason he decided not to celebrate.
“I have decided not to hold any celebration or festivities in light of the ongoing intensified invasion, attacks, and senseless killings of innocent Benue people by Fulani terrorists across various local government areas,” Ortom said.
Rather, he pledged to support the victims and their families, showing profound empathy and recognizing their suffering and loss.
He also thanked the people of Benue and Nigerians nationwide for their support.
“I remain grateful to God Almighty for His mercy, good health, and blessings over the past 64 years, and I reaffirm my commitment to the service of God and humanity in the years ahead,” he said.
Ortom called on citizens to continue praying fervently for the victims and appealed to all Nigerians to seek divine intervention for lasting peace.
He called for prayers for national leaders to help them confront the country’s security crisis.
Specifically, he asked the public to “pray for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia, and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume,” adding that God should “grant them wisdom and strength to tackle the nation’s security challenges.”
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