Nigerian musician star, Zaaki Azzay, has lamented the high rate of unprovoked attacks and violent killings in Benue State, calling on all concerned to put aside their political differences and join hands with Governor Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia to bring an end to these senseless killings.
According to the Benue State-born singer , he noted, ‘’I am compelled to express my utmost shock and dismay at the unprovoked attacks and violent killings in Benue State and other parts of Nigeria.
The barbaric manner in which innocent lives are being lost, people maimed, and women raped, with families displaced from their ancestral lands, is nothing short of ethnic cleansing and genocide, driven by a land grabbing agenda.
‘’As a son of Benue State, I urge all sons and daughters of Benue, both at home and in the diaspora, to put aside their political differences and join hands with Governor Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia to bring an end to these senseless killings. I also call on the security agencies to redouble their efforts in combating this menace, ensuring that those responsible for these atrocities are brought to justice.
My heart goes out to the families of the victims, those displaced, and those living in IDP camps. I pray that peace returns to the affected areas, and that the people can soon live without fear of attack and continue with their farming activities.
As a TRUE NIGERIAN I believe that it is imperative for us to stand together against injustice and brutality. I urge everyone to support the efforts of the government and security agencies in addressing this crisis.
Together, we can bring peace and security to Benue State. Let us join forces to condemn these attacks, support the victims, and work towards a future where our people can live in PEACE
Zaaki Azzay is recognised as one of the pioneers of Hip-hop music in Nigeria. He is Veteran HipHop Artiste •Human Rights Amb NHRC •Special Marshal FRSC •Executive Producer/TV Presenter •Music Prod/Song writer •PMAN Vice President.
The Benue State-born singer who began his music career in 1993, shot into limelight after he released his 1996 hit song ‘Na Me Go Marry Am’.
He followed up with other hits like ‘Catch fire’ which featured eLDee and ‘Maata’.
