AIYA President Hails Agatu Chairman Over Security Efforts, Urges Unity and Return of IDPs
Agatu, Benue State – The Convener/National President of the Agatu Indigenous Youth Association, AIYA, *Comr. Ochokwunu Daniel Edor*, has commended the Executive Chairman of Agatu Local Government Area, *Hon. James Melvin Ejeh*, describing him as the best chairman in Benue State at the moment in terms of tackling insecurity.
In a statement issued on Monday, Comr. Edor said the current relative calm in parts of Agatu is a direct result of the chairman’s efforts in the area of security.
“When I think of the insecurities in Benue State, I tend to believe that James Melvin Ejeh is the best chairman in Benue State as of today,” he stated.
“I advise him to hold onto his effort in the security area and let’s be calm and safe as we are now.”
The AIYA president also called on all communities in Agatu with lingering communal disputes to sheathe their swords and embrace unity for the progress of the LGA.
“I urge every community within AGATU with any communal dispute to put back their sword and get united for progress in our own home,” he said.
Comr. Edor further urged the chairman to prioritize the safe and dignified return of all displaced communities to their ancestral homes.
“I also urge our chairman to look into ensuring all displaced communities are fully and securely returned to their ancestral homes without the fear of further attacks from any angle,” he added.
He also charged community youth leaders to work closely with security agencies operating within Agatu to sustain peace.
“Moreso; I call on all community youth leaders to partner with all security apparatus within AGATU in ensuring a lasting security is restored to our home,” he concluded.
Signed:
Comr Ochokwunu Daniel Edor
Convener/National President
Agatu Indigenous Youth Association – AIYA