The second reading of the Civil Protection Guards bill takes place at Benue Assembly
On the floor of the House of Assembly, a bill aiming to establish the Benue Civil Protection Guards has been presented for the second time.
During the debate, Mr. Saater Tiseer, the House Majority Leader, highlighted the recurring attacks on Benue by various militias.
Emphasizing the need for swift passage of the bill, Tiseer emphasized the importance of the state taking control of its security and protection.
He proposed that the bill proceeds to its second reading.
Backing the motion for the second reading, the House Minority Leader, Mr. Michael Audu, stressed the lawmakers' commitment to ensuring the security of their constituents and urged fellow members to support the bill.
With unanimous agreement from the house, the bill advanced to the second reading stage.
Mr. Hyacinth Dajoh, ...