Gov Ortom links assassination attempt to Benue anti- open grazing Act 

Benue Governor, Samuel Ortom said he was attacked by herdsmen on his farm along Makurdi- Gboko Highway

Ortom who discolored this on Saturday in Markurdi shortly after the attack said that he was inspecting the farm when herders ambushed him and his security personnel opening fire

According to him, the attack was as a result of the anti-open grazing law of the state adopted in 2018 against nomadic grazing.

The governor said the law will not be repealed because of its popularity amongst the residents.

Ortom had a few weeks ago alleged threats to his life by fulani herdsmen due to his stance on open grazing