Former Attorney General of the Federation and Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP)governorship candidate in Benue State, Chief Michael Aondoakaa, has called on the federal government to investigate the deadly attack on Otukpo Nobi community and the recent killing of Miyetti Allah leader, Ardo Risku Mohammed.
Aondoakaa said the public deserved to know the circumstances surrounding both incidents to ensure justice, accountability and prevent further violence.
He made the callduring a condolence visit to Otukpo, where more than 16 people were reportedly killed in a deadly attack last Sunday.
Describing the incident as a tragedy, Aondoakaa said no society should watch its citizens being killed unjustly without taking decisive action.
“We cannot shy away from confronting our challenges. I’m here to see you because I share in your pains.
“This attack is an attack on all of us. We can’t abandon our people to be slaughtered like animals in our own land,” he said.
A community leader, Elder James Okoh, thanked Aondoakaa for identifying with the victims and their families, saying the visit brought comfort to the grieving community and reflected genuine compassion.
The former AGF also paid a condolence visit to the Och’Idoma, His Royal Majesty Agaba’Idu, Dr. John Elaigwu Odogbo, at his palace in Otukpo.
He said he visited not only as the PDP governorship candidate but also as a son and in-law of Benue South deeply affected by the loss of lives.
“Your Royal Majesty, I’m here today not as a PDP candidate but as a son and in-law of Zone C who is saddened by the unfortunate incident of the attack on our people a few days ago,” he said.
Aondoakaa condemned the killings and prayed for God’s comfort for the bereaved families.
Responding, the Och’Idoma appreciated the visit, describing it as a demonstration of genuine concern for the people during a difficult period.
“I’m consoled by your visit. That you heard about this incident and left everything to be physically here shows how much this means to you,” the monarch said.
He also urged security agencies and relevant authorities to act promptly on intelligence reports to prevent further attacks.
“I want my people to be protected. No matter how many condolence statements and letters I get, the lives of my slain people cannot be brought back,” he added.
Aondoakaa later visited the Och’Otukpo, His Royal Highness Chief (Dr.) John Onuminya Eyimonye, where he also commiserated with the traditional ruler and residents over the attack.
