President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, ahead of his visit to the Yelwata community, in the Guma Local Government Area of the state.
Tinubu arrived at the Tactical Air Command, Nigerian Air Force Base, Makurdi, at about 12:58 pm.
The state government declared a public holiday for the visit.
The President is expected to meet with major stakeholders in the state in view of the violent attacks that have led to the loss of lives.
Tinubu is expected to meet with families of victims, displaced and injured persons, and community leaders directly impacted by the violence.
He is also expected to meet with political, religious and traditional leaders at the Banquet Hall of the Benue State Government House in Makurdi, where he will preside over a major town hall meeting with critical stakeholders.
