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  Fresh concerns have emerged over the security situation in Plateau State following reports that some Fulani leaders in Mangu Local Government Area have called for the withdrawal of certain security agencies, expressing a preference for Nigerian Army personnel to handle security operations in the area. According to media reports, the leaders raised concerns about the activities of security agencies, including the Department of State Services (DSS) and Operation Rainbow, while calling for soldiers to take a more prominent role in maintaining security. The reported demand has generated questions about trust, accountability and the role of security agencies in addressing recurring tensions in Plateau State. Why Are the Fulani Leaders Calling for Soldiers? According to the reports, the leaders allegedly accused some security agencies of bias and questioned whether their operations were being conducted fairly. They reportedly argued that soldiers would provide a more impartial approach...