The two Catholic priest and 17 others that wwre killed in Mbalom, Gwer East local government area of the state.
by suspected herdsmen have been buried.
The victims Rev Fathers Gor Joseph, Felix and 17 others were last month killed after suspected herdsmen attacked the village.
The Archbishop of Abuja archdiocese John Cardinal Onaiyekan in his message at the funeral mass and interment of the Mbalom Martyrs killed,
says Nigeria is in a state of emergency that requires a grand alliance of men of goodwill to rescue the nation.
He noted that if government fails in performing its primary role of providing security, then a radical change is inevitable.
While wondering why murderers are allowed to move around without hindrance, the archbishop warned that if it persists people might be pushed to resort to self defence.
Cardinal Onaiyekan urged Nigerians to be alert, vigilant, and be their brother’s keeper.
Noting that what happened on April 24 is condemnable.
Archbishop Onaiyekan said it is inexcusable the incessant killings in the state and should not be allowed to continue.
While praying for the repose of the soul of the departed, Onaiyekan reminded all to also pray to God to touch the heart of the killers to repent.
Recall Benue State governor, Samuel Ortom declared today May 22 as work free-day in honour of all the victims in the state.
Making the announcement via the Twitter handle of the government, Ortom said there will be a mass burial on the same day for the 17 victims of the attack respectively.
