Benue State · Zone C · Benue South
Agatu
- Headquarters
- Obagaji
- People
- Agatu (Idoma)
- Economy
- Rice · Fishing · Yams · Riverine farming
Agatu lies along the River Benue, a rice and fishing heartland whose fertile floodplain once made it one of the most productive corners of the state. Few places in Nigeria have paid a heavier price for insecurity on farmland.
What Matters in Agatu
- Security for farming settlements and a route home for the displaced Security
- Reviving the rice economy of the Benue floodplain Agriculture
- Health outreach that reaches riverine communities Healthcare
Civic Information
Getting things done in Agatu
Voter Registration
The INEC local government office for Agatu is located in Obagaji. Register there as a voter, transfer your registration, or collect your permanent voter's card. Your voice in Agatu begins with your PVC.
Emergency & Security
In any emergency anywhere in Nigeria, dial 112, toll-free. Report security concerns to the police divisional headquarters in Obagaji, and alert your community and traditional leadership; early reporting saves lives.
Local Government Secretariat
The Agatu Local Government secretariat in Obagaji handles certificates of origin, local rates and community matters. Take civic questions there first, and hold it to the standard you deserve.
His Commitment
For Agatu, peace is not a talking point; it is the harvest itself. Torhile Uchi’s first commitment here is the safe return of farmers to their land.
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