Hoodlums invade Radio Benue

Unidentified persons invaded Radio Benue in the early hours of Tuesday, carting away money and other valuable items.

The raid affected the offices of the director-general and director of marketing, where N140,000 was stolen.

A personal DVD player was also removed from the office of director of engineering services.

Justin Amase, the commissioner for information and orientation, expressed shock over the incident and ordered the strengthening of security especially around the transmitters.

He further ordered that a comprehensive report of what happened should be sent to his office immediately and warned that any staff found wanting would be dealt with in accordance with the law.

He said the police were expected to carry out thorough investigation and bring the culprits to justice.

Amase said adequate measures must be put in place to ensure a smooth handover of power to the incoming administration.

Dominic Yonuveh, the divisional police officer (DPO), `B’ Division, Makurdi, was at the radio station to assess the extent of damage.

Yonuveh said police had commenced investigation into the matter, adding that the two policemen and security man on duty had been detained.

He promised to leave no stone unturned in getting the invaders arrested.