Agbese Opposes Frequent Changes of Nigeria's Service Chiefs

Hon. Philip Agbese, representing Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency of Benue State, expressed concerns regarding the frequent replacement of Nigeria’s service chiefs during a television program on Thursday. He stated that such changes disrupt military operations and allow terrorists to regroup.

Agbese emphasized that the military has made significant progress in addressing insecurity and should receive consistent public support rather than facing calls for removal during security challenges. He noted that new military commanders require time to adapt, which can lead to setbacks in operations.

Agbese, a member of the Labour Party, called for non-partisan support for the Armed Forces and commended Nigerians for countering misinformation about military efforts. He revealed that the Armed Forces had rescued over 1,000 individuals from captivity this year.

Additionally, Agbese urged for stronger international collaboration in counter-terrorism and advocated for Nigeria’s exit from the International Criminal Court, arguing that the ICC does not adequately address the realities of Nigeria's security situation.