Benue Youths Cheer Army Chief's Power Move

A civil society group wants the federal government to send more soldiers to Benue State. The Benue Good Governance Network praised Army Chief Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede for visiting the troubled region. The group asked for better intelligence work and stronger community partnerships. They want the military to destroy criminal camps and build trust with local people. The organization said residents need more protection from violent attacks.

Armed groups have killed many people and destroyed homes across rural Benue communities. Families have lived for years as displaced persons without proper government help. The recent military visit gave hope to scared residents who felt forgotten. Women can sleep peacefully and young people believe officials care about their problems. Local leaders promised to work with troops to fight terrorism.

The network plans to connect youth leaders with army commanders throughout affected areas. They believe peace needs both military action and community cooperation. The group wants reconstruction of damaged schools, hospitals and roads after conflicts end. Leaders stressed that lasting peace requires healing and rebuilding destroyed communities. Citizens must partner with soldiers to defend their homeland.