Barrister Pius Akutah, the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers Council, has revealed that President Bola Tinubu did not receive accurate information about the recent killings in Benue State.
Speaking to journalists at his residence in Makurdi, Akutah explained that the President’s controversial remarks about the attacks were based on misleading briefings. He assured Nigerians that Tinubu is committed to restoring peace and order not just in Benue, but across the entire country.
“The President meant well, but the briefing he got didn’t reflect the true picture. That’s why his initial comments triggered outrage. Once Governor Alia clarified things, people understood where the gap came from,” Akutah said.
He urged the people of Benue to remain patient and supportive, noting that Tinubu is working behind the scenes to tackle insecurity and set Nigeria on a better path.
Akutah praised the President for his swift policy decisions and strong leadership style, particularly in economic reforms and national unity.
“This is a leader who speaks and acts. He removed fuel subsidy on his first day in office—something past governments only talked about. It was painful, yes, but necessary for long-term healing,” he added.
Highlighting Tinubu’s commitment to economic diversification, Akutah noted that the non-oil sector is beginning to thrive under the current administration’s policies.
“People said there’s hunger, there’s hardship, and yes, that’s true. But this is the result of years of neglect. President Tinubu is not applying a temporary fix—he’s going for permanent solutions. It hurts now, but Nigerians will feel the impact in the long run.”
He also commended the President’s efforts to stabilize the naira and promote unity by reaching out to dissenting voices across Nigeria.
“He’s not just building roads or bridges—he’s building trust, inclusion, and a stronger economic future for all Nigerians.”
Akutah concluded by calling on citizens to give the President time to implement his vision, assuring them that progress is underway, even if the results aren’t immediately visible.
