The Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom has condemned the attack on the convoy of Borno State Government officials in which about 15 persons were feared dead and others injured.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Terver Akase, the Governor sympathized with his Borno State counterpart and described the attack as shocking and unfortunate.
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He expressed optimism that Governor Zulum will not be deterred by the reprehensible ambush, as he continues to work with security agencies to restore peace to all parts of his state.
Governor Ortom consoled with the families of those who lost their lives in the attack and prays God to grant their souls eternal rest.
(Editor: Ifeanyi Mark)
