Ezeilo said the k!lling of over 200 people in the state by suspected Fulani herdsmen was a horrific and inhumane attack that must not go unpunished.
Former United Nations Special Rapporteur on Human Trafficking and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Prof. Joy Ngozi Ezeilo has reacted to the k!lling of villagers in Benue state.
She warned the federal government that the k!llers must not go unpunished.
Ezeilo said the k!lling of over 200 people in the state by suspected Fulani herdsmen was a horrific and inhumane attack that must not go unpunished.
“This massacre must not go unpunished. We need to understand the root causes and ensure accountability,” she said.
Ezeilo described the tragic incident in Benue as a reflection of the escalating insecurity across the country.
According to her, the massacre underscores the failure of government to protect lives and property, adding that the right to life is sacrosanct and constitutionally guaranteed.
“It is intolerable that communities remain exposed and vulnerable while perpetrators of such atrocious crimes operate with apparent impunity,” Ezeilo stated.
Calling for immediate action, she urged the Federal and State Governments, as well as security agencies, to live up to their constitutional responsibilities by prioritising the safety of citizens.
She also demanded a thorough investigation into the attack and swift justice for the victims.
“Every Nigerian life matters. The government must act decisively and transparently to restore peace and rebuild trust in the system,” she said.