Women from Agan community in Makurdi, Benue State, are on the streets protesting the rising insecurity in their area
The angry women blocked the federal highway near the Agan toll gate, carrying leaves and chanting songs to express their frustration.
Torkwase, a resident of the area confirmed to Daily Post that the protest is ongoing but peaceful.
“The protest is currently ongoing at Agan ward, close to the toll gate,” she told DP in a telephone interview.
“It is just about the insecurity going on around the area. We are tired and need the government to act fast.”
She said security operatives are already at the scene and the protest remains peaceful for now.
The protest comes as residents continue to face attacks and violence in parts of community and state.
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The government should see into it. Enough of the slaughter