President Bola Tinubu has postponed his scheduled visit to Kaduna State and will instead travel to Benue on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, amid rising tensions and violence in the state.
The change in itinerary was announced on Monday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, through an official State House press release.
According to the statement, the president’s visit to Benue is aimed at assessing the deteriorating security situation and engaging directly with stakeholders in a bid to foster peace and long-term stability.
Communities in Benue State have continued to experience waves of violence, leading to loss of lives, displacement, and destruction of property. President Tinubu is expected to hold a town hall meeting with a cross-section of local leaders, including traditional rulers, religious figures, political actors, youth representatives, and civil society groups.
In preparation for his visit, the presidency confirmed that key government officials have already been dispatched to the state. Among them are the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, the National Security Adviser, the Inspector General of Police, and heads of intelligence agencies. Also included in the advance delegation are the chairmen of the Senate and House Committees on Defence.
The president has previously condemned the violence in Benue and urged leaders at all levels to promote peace, tolerance, and mutual understanding. He has also expressed sympathy for victims of the ongoing crisis, promising that the federal government will work towards sustainable solutions.
President Tinubu had originally planned to be in Kaduna on June 18 to commission state projects. That visit will now take place a day later, on Thursday, June 19, 2025.
The presidency emphasized that addressing insecurity remains a top priority of the administration and that Tinubu’s visit is part of wider efforts to stabilize conflict-prone regions.
