Benue Insecurity: Agatu youths demand withdrawal of military, cite loss of confidence

The Agatu Indigenous Youth Association (AIYA) has called for the immediate withdrawal of military personnel from Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) in Agatu, alleging inefficiency and failure to respond to intelligence reports on attacks. In a petition to the Commandant of OPWS, the group expressed a total loss of confidence in the military's ability to protect lives and property. They also reported a lack of security patrols and intimidation of local youths by military personnel.