While noting that the state was opened to suggestions that would lead to the resolution of the crisis, Ortom maintained that Benue State has no land to provide for a cattle colony being proposed by the federal government. “So, for us in Benue State, there is no 10,000 hectares. “We are not seeing anyone away from Benue State. “Benue State will protect you from cattle rustlers when you do this and a farmer will also go to the farm without being intimidated or harassed by any herdsman. “At all such meetings, the Vice President discussed the security situation of the State with the Governor.

Source: Nigerian Tribune January 15, 2018 20:31 UTC