The paramount ruler of the Tiv nation, Professor James Ortese Iorzua, Wednesday called on the federal government to equip and empower the military with necessary man power and logistics to flush out criminal elements out of the country.
The Tor Tiv made the call in his palace in Gboko when the Commander 401 Special Forces Brigade and Sector 1 Operation Whirl, Brigadier General Al’amin Rabiu, paid him a courtesy visit.
Orcivirigh Ayatse commended the military for the significant role they played in restoring peace and unity in Benue state.
The Begha u Tiv particularly thanked General Rabiu for his determination and desire to ensure that Benue is rid of all forms of banditry, especially the clash between farmers and herdsmen.
Earlier in his remarks, Brigadier General Rabiu informed the Tor Tiv of the dodged approach the Operation Whirl Stroke employed which yielded unprecedented results, forcing the criminals out of the state.
He said all the successes the Brigade and Sector 1 Operation Whirl Stroke achieved in the state was due to the adequate support and wise counsel of the Tor Tiv.