Aondoakaa Condemns Attack on Electricity Staff in Benue

Michael Kaase Aondoakaa (SAN), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Benue State, condemned the attack on staff of the Jos Electricity Distribution (JED) Plc in Makurdi. He described the incident as reprehensible and a serious affront to the rule of law.

Aondoakaa expressed sympathy for the JED management and staff following the reported assault, abduction of personnel, and injuries sustained during the invasion of the company's Benue State office. In a statement issued by his media aide, James Ian, Aondoakaa stated that no grievance could justify violence or the invasion of a corporate office.

He expressed deep concern over the widespread blackout affecting Benue State since the incident, noting that innocent residents and businesses were suffering the consequences. Aondoakaa urged all parties to resolve their differences through lawful engagement rather than intimidation or force, emphasizing that the prolonged blackout was disrupting businesses and imposing hardship on households.