The anxiety surrounding the disappearance of Mr. Terver Atu, the Personal Special Assistant to Governor Hyacinth Alia on Youth and Media Mobilization, has been laid to rest following his safe return.
Mr. Atu, who was reported missing earlier in the week, has now reappeared, though looking weak and exhausted after the disturbing experience. His sudden disappearance had thrown Benue into confusion, with friends, colleagues and the wider public demanding answers.
How He Went Missing
Reports indicate that Atu’s wife raised the alarm after receiving a distress call from him in which he hinted that he had been abducted. His phone later went off, heightening fears of foul play. The Benue State Government, through the Commissioner for Youths, Sports and Creativity, Hon. Tiza Isaac Orya Imojime, confirmed that security agencies had been alerted and tasked with investigating the case.
His Return
Details of how he regained his freedom remain sketchy, but his return has stirred relief and fresh questions in equal measure. In photographs now making the rounds, Atu appears visibly shaken and frail, a clear sign of the trauma he endured.
While many have expressed gratitude for his safety, others are asking tough questions: Why was he targeted? Who was behind his disappearance? And what did he do to deserve such treatment?
What Next
The Benue State Government is yet to issue a fresh update on his return or confirm whether arrests have been made. However, calls are mounting for security operatives to dig deeper and bring those behind the ordeal to justice.
For now, relief has swept through Benue as one of the governor’s most visible aides is back home. Yet, the unanswered questions surrounding his disappearance ensure the matter will remain a topic of public interest in the days ahead.