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Why Is Governor Of Benue State Angry With Soldiers For Killing Leader Of A Gang Gana
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The death of a notorious terrorist in Benue has left us with more questions than answers.
Mr Terwase Akwaza, alias Gana. [Twitter/@Go247B]
Mr Terwase Akwaza, alias Gana. [Twitter/@Go247B]
By most accounts, Terwase Akwaza aka Gana, was the most wanted, notorious and feared criminal in Benue State.
He was also considered too dangerous in some north central states. He was a man with plenty of blood on his hands.
 
Gana’s reputation as a terrorist, killer, robber, kidnapper and destroyer, preceded him.
 
 
 
Often sporting dreadlocks and a bushy, unkempt beard, Gana’s thirst for blood forced the Benue State government into placing a N10 million bounty on him.
 
 
 
 
In 2015, the Benue State government granted amnesty to Gana and 500 other bandits who had terrorised Benue, Taraba and conterminous states for years.
 
However, most of these terrorists, including Gana, soon returned to a life of crime and kidnapping. They knew no other occupation.
 
This week, news emerged that Gana has been shot dead during a gun duel with soldiers at the Gbese-Gboko-Makurdi junction.
 
 
Commander of the Special Forces Command, Maj. Gen. Moundhey Ali said “at about 12:00 hours today (Tuesday), we received strategic information on the movement of the dreaded bandit Terwase Akwaza Agbadu aka Gana along Gbese-Gboko-Makurdi road.
 
“Troops of Operation ‘Ayem Akpatuma III’ moved swiftly and mounted snap roadblocks along the routes.
 
“At about 13:00 hours, there was a meeting engagement with the convoy of Gana, a shoot out ensued and the bandit was killed," Ali said.
 
 
 
However, Benue Governor Samuel Ortom isn’t pleased with how the military ended Gana's life. The governor says Gana was well on his way to throwing up his arms in surrender when he was gunned dead.
 
The governor paints a different scenario of what transpired.
 
“It was around 4pm when we were waiting for the repentant militias that I received a call that Gana and others have been arrested close to Yandev roundabout in Gboko by soldiers,” Ortom said.
 
“Many of the repentant militias had weapons in which they were bringing to surrender to us. The process of the amnesty programme was known to the security operatives, so I don’t know why they have to be arrested.
 
“Immediately I got the information, I contacted the commander of Operation Whirl Stroke, General Yekini, who told me that they were carrying out an operation and promised to get back to me, so I am still waiting for him,” the governor added.
 
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Ortom is not the only politician in Benue who is displeased with the army for killing the terrorist.
 
The senator representing Benue north-east, Gabriel Suswam, says the murder of Gana could spark another insurgency in a restive north central region.
 
“The lessons of the Boko Haram escalation after a similar murder of its leader are still here with us. If this method is accepted as a norm in our country, there will be no need for laws and courts,” the senator, who is a former Benue governor, said.
 
“We stand to benefit more by subjecting suspects to due process of the law. Information extracted from a living Gana would have helped security agents get to the root of activities of criminals.
 
“By this gestapo style execution, we have missed an opportunity to learn vital lessons about the structure of crime in the area. Even war criminals captured alive are entitled to certain rights."
 
Mr Terwase Akwaza, alias Gana shot dead by soldiers [Twitter/@Go247B]
Suswam also said Gana was on his way to giving up a life of crime when his life was snuffed off him.
 
“I was totally dumbfounded to learn that while Gana was on his way to Makurdi, the state capital, to present himself to the state governor who was waiting, his long convoy that included political leaders, traditional rulers, clergymen and security agencies was ambushed by allegedly armed soldiers and he was isolated and taken away.
 
“In the midst of the confusion, pictures began to circulate on social media of the bullet ridden body of Gana with a rifle callously placed on his side.
 
“Our joy was multiplied when we saw him along with his militia surrender arms and publicly renounce a life of crime. Our revered king extracted a pledge from him never to turn his kingdom into a wasteland,” he said.
 
The court has granted ex-governor Gabriel Suswam a bail in the sum of N500m after he was arraigned for illegal possession of firearms.
“Those present at this forum heaved a great sigh of relief with the thought that finally, a life full of uncertainty has come to an end.”
 
There are so many unanswered questions with these conflicting reports: Did Gana and members of his gang engage soldiers in a gun duel?
 
If he was going to surrender at government house, why weren't soldiers or the state's security architecture carried along? Was he really on his way to laying down arms and accepting an amnesty this time after defaulting on previous amnesties? Is the military lying about how he died?
 
Is it true that Gana and Governor Ortom were buddies? The kind of buddies who counted on the other to solve political problems? Was Gana the kind of guy who mobilized his boys to bear arms and gun down political opponents for the highest bidders? Did politicians buy arms for Gana and his boys in election season?
 
How did Gana become so powerful? Why was it that he had so much access to Ortom? How could a man declared most wanted by the Benue State government for killings in Taraba, Plateau and Bauchi etc still find time to pose for pictures with a state governor?
 
Gov Ortom of Benue (Left) and Gana (Right) looked like buddies in this undated photo 
In the words of a famous journalist, who was bankrolling Gana? Who bankrolls other gun-wielding gangs in the north central region of the country?
 
Law enforcement agencies certainly have a lot of work to do in the aftermath of Gana’s murder. Maybe his death is an opportunity missed for law enforcement in terms of extracting confessional statements from the man and finding out who funds his extensive, murderous operations.
 
But then again, maybe not. Security operatives must now make sure they carry out mop up operations to weed out all of Gana’s proteges and scions in the region and exterminate all of the murderous criminal sleeper cells in the north central region.
 
However, I have to admit that Governor Ortom and Senator Suswam’s open display of affection for Gana after he was executed, did leave me uncomfortable.
 
It is possible that they know more about Gana than they are letting on. In which case they should be thoroughly quizzed.
 
 
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15 Amazing Place In Asia U Must Visit At Least Once I A Lifetime
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When you think about going on holiday, Asia may not be the first place you think of. Yet, it has many beautiful places you must visit! Here is an amazing list of 15 places in Asia you should absolutely visit at least once!

1. Tiger’s Nest Temple, Bhutan
Tiger’s Nest Temple, Bhutan
Tiger’s Nest Temple, Bhutan
Also known as Taktsang, it is a sacred monastery built on a rocky cliff 3,000 feet above the Paro valley. Legend has it, some 1,300 years ago, Guru Rinpoche materialized on the back of a flying tigress and converted the Bhutanese to Buddhism at this place.


 
This is a must-visit place because of the unique location and view that will leave you mesmerized. The background story of this place makes it even more unique and worth seeing.


2. Siem Reap, Cambodia
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Ta Prohm Temple in Siem Reap, Cambodia
Siem Reap is the capital of the province Siem Reap in Cambodia. One of their most famous sites to visit is the Angkor Wat temple. Besides that, they have many more temples, museums, the Old Market and the Cambodian Cultural Village.

With plenty of touristic attractions, it still doesn’t feel overcrowded. You will be able to take in the culture and habits of locals.

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Siem Reap, Cambodia
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Siem Reap, Cambodia
3. Bokeo Nature Reserve, Laos
Bokeo Nature Reserve, Laos
Bokeo Nature Reserve, Laos
Located in the Bokeo province in Laos, this nature reserve was created to protect the black-cheeked gibbon. To view the gibbons or experience the beauty of the forest, you can use the Gibbon Experience. You can also join the Waterfall Gibbon Experience, which includes three hours of trekking along the Nam Nga River.


This amazing experience is nowhere else to be found. You get to see beautiful nature and the black-cheeked gibbon, which was thought to be extinct!

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Bokeo Nature Reserve, Laos
Bokeo Nature Reserve, Laos
Bokeo Nature Reserve, Laos
4. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia. It is an amazing place to visit because of the variaty of things to do and see. The architecture ranges from cultural to modern. The most touristic sites are China Town, the Petronas Twin Towers, the Buta Caves and Central Market.

This city has such a wide variety of sites, everyone should see it for themselves. It has the beauty of old, traditonal buildings next to the modern towers.

5. Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
As one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, this bay is a must-visit. There exists over 3,000 islands and it is inhabited by about 1,600 people living in floating villages. To make the most out of your visit, you should take a cruise and experience life from the water.

The beauty of the nature will leave you in awe. This is for sure a must-visit place.

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Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
6. Danxia Landform, China
Danxia Landform, China
Danxia Landform, China
These beautiful landscapes are unique to China. Formed out of red sandstone and strong forces, these landscapes were added to the World Heritage List in 2010. This is one of the places you must see for yourselves!

7. Rainbow Family Village, Taiwan
Rainbow Family Village, Taiwan
Rainbow Family Village, Taiwan
A little while ago, an old man began to paint. This man’s name was Huang Yung-Fu, also known as Grandpa Rainbow. He lives in a military dependents’ village and one day decided to make this place more colorful. It is a beautiful place with a unique story. You will love to see all the colors and it will move you deep inside your heart. Definitely a must-see!

Rainbow Family Village, Taiwan

Rainbow Family Village, Taiwan

Rainbow Family Village, Taiwan

Rainbow Family Village, Taiwan

8. Taj Mahal, India
India
Susan of Tassie Adventurer at the Taj Maham | Photo from http://tassieadventurer.com/
In 1632 an Emperor started with the construction of a mosque to commemorate his favorite wife. It was finished in 1648 and it is the jewel of the muslim community in India. It has beautiful gardens, symbolizing paradise, or a heaven on earth.

If you have not yet seen this beautiful white marble mosque, be sure to visit it when you can!

9. The Great Wall of China, China
The Great Wall of China
The Great Wall of China | Wikipedia Commons
This massive structure was originally built as a defense wall. With a length of  3945 miles, it is the longest wall on earth. Many parts of the Wall have been damaged and are no longer accessible. To see the Great Wall yourself, you best go to Qinhuangdao or Beijing.

10. Shinjuku Gyoen, Japan

Shinjuku Gyoen, Japan
Shinjuku Gyoen, Japan
This beautiful park is located in Tokyo. It was originally completed in 1772, but the current layout was formed in 1906. The garden is 58.3 hectares in area, and it has over 20,000 trees. The greenhouse has over 1,700 different tropical and subtropical plant species on display.

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Shinjuku Gyoen, Japan
Tokyo, Japan springtime at Shinjuku Gyoen Park.
Shinjuku Gyoen, Japan
Shinjuku Gyoen, Japan
11. Yolyn Am, Mongolia
Yolyn Am, Mongolia
Yolyn Am, Mongolia
Also known as the Valley of Eagels, the deep, narrow gorge is unique for it’s thick ice field. It is located in the Gobi Dessert. Because it is so deep and narrow, it is like an oasis in the desert, always remaining cool.

12. The War Memorial of Korea, South Korea
The War Memorial of Korea, South Korea 1.58.39 PM
This former site of the army headquarters has six indoor exhibitions and over 13,000 memorabilia outside. In the combat experience room you can experience different situations that soldiers went through during the Korean war.

Korea
The Statue of Brothers at the War Museum in South Korea
13. Bali, Indonesia
Bali 
Como Shambhala, Bali
Sun, a deep blue sea and long beaches. Bali could be the tropical paradise for you!

Besides the beach, you can also visit caves, dive or visit temples. With a great climate and different places to discover, this is an amazing island to visit.

14. Hong Kong, China

If you want to visit a city for shopping, you must go to Hong Kong. For designer fashion, visit the Landmark Mall, also known as Central. There are plenty of street markets for different interests too. You can simply shop till you drop!

15. Daehan Dawon, South Korea
Daehan Dawon, South Korea
Daehan Dawon, South Korea
Boseong is the home of green tea plantation in South Korea. Deanna Dawon is a tourist plantation which provides 40% of the country’s green tea. Relax with the beautiful scenery of these tea fields.

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