Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, the Governor of Benue State, has expressed his condemnation for the armed robbery attacks that took place in Otukpo town targeting commercial banks.

Reports from NewsNow state that a group of bloodthirsty gunmen raided at least four banks in the town and made off with an undisclosed amount of money.

During the operation, which lasted for several hours, the robbers mercilessly killed six customers and four policemen. It has been reported that many others sustained serious injuries.

Alia, in a statement issued on Saturday through his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Tersoo Kula, described the robbery incident as a direct disrespect to the state.

The Governor revealed that these attacks were carried out precisely during the Security Council meeting at the Government House in Makurdi.

In his sympathies, Alia extended his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the gruesome robbery.

He stated, “It is truly unfortunate that individuals who were carrying out their duties were ruthlessly shot and killed by these heartless robbers.

“However, they will not escape justice. Security agencies are already on their trail and they will be apprehended and brought to justice.”

Alia urged the people of the State to stay vigilant and to always report any suspicious activities around them.