Elders of the Benue chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, have cautioned against unguarded utterances on the ongoing political happenings in the state.
The elders spoke on Thursday through the Chairman of G14, Dr Laha Dzever, and G9 Chief Elisha Amali during a press conference in Makurdi.
The PDP elders caution was a reaction to the APC elders press conference wherein they supported the removal of the Chief Judge and castigated all those against it.
The PDP elders urged other elders in the state to be statesmanly in their outings, especially on state issues.
Dzever said they found it disturbing that esteemed elders would choose to criticise the unassailable position of the Senate Minority Leader, Sen. Aba Moro, whose statements were firmly rooted in the rule of law.
“The primary concern of elders is to embrace, support and promote peace, which is necessary for societal stability currently desired in our dear state, Benue. It is immature to do otherwise.
“We, therefore, advise that those in positions of authority should act with decorum and responsibility to promote genuine development, progress and prosperity for the entire people of Benue.
“Democracy thrives on the rule of law, not on the whims and caprices of any arm of government”, he said.
Dzever said that they were concerned about the actions of the Benue State House of Assembly and therefore advised them to return to status quo.
He said many of the suspended members of the assembly were PDP members and should be allowed to diligently discharge their duties.
“The judiciary, as a separate arm of government and a cornerstone of democracy, must not be diluted with politics.
“We advise the Benue State House of Assembly to act judiciously and responsibly, always ensuring that decisions concerning judicial officers are made with integrity and fairness but above all to be rooted in the rule of law and due process”, he said.
Dzever, who acknowledged the significance of good governance, urged the people to understand that blind allegiance does not amount to tangible improvements in the lives of the people.
“Our major challenge in Benue State now is insecurity.
“The APC government in the state and at the federal level should therefore concentrate largely on securing the state immediately.
“We equally emphasise the need for transparency and accountability in governance”, he added.
