Insecurity: Swift Action Will Take Effect Soon Against Insecurity ~Hon. Leke Abejide
Hon. Leke Abejide, a member representing Yagba East, Yagba West, and Mopamuro Federal Constituency of Kogi state, has made a passionate statement about the insecurity issues in Yagba Federal Constituency.
In a statement personally made available by him, Hon. Abejide stated that urgent intervention is taking shape and will be effective soon in Yagba to combat to rescue the constituency from rising banditry, killings, and kidnapping.
Hon. Leke Abejide’s statement followed the series of devastating attacks that have left security personnel and other members of the public in fear.
According to reports the situation has left many communities vulnerable to incessant attacks by bandits in the last few weeks.
Hon. Abejide expressed deep sorrow and trauma over the recent attacks describing the situation as both unacceptable and deeply troubling.
“Yagba is confronted with security conundrums posed by armed banditry, which pose a threat to our communities. The security situation across Yagba is worrisome as it has become increasingly complex. Our people now live in constant fear.”
According to him, another disturbing case that happened in the early hours of today, along Isanlu-Ilafin road which claimed the lives of a police officer and a civilian with other situations of insecurity in Yagba West LGA in the last few weeks has left many of our communities vulnerable.
The lawmaker noted that the wave of insecurity has paralyzed daily life and livelihoods in many communities.
“My people can no longer sleep with their two eyes closed. Going to the farm—their main source of livelihood, has become dangerous. Even doing legitimate business is now risky. It is that bad,” he lamented.
Hon. Leke said “This is no longer acceptable, as these criminal and inhumane activities must not be allowed to continue. Something must be done urgently to restore peace and normalcy to our communities.”
He appealed directly to the people to be patient as all arrangements are being made and would be concluded earnestly, saying “ As you all know security is capital-intensive and every authority concerned must be involved to support the fight against insecurity in our area. The situation is dire. My people are living in fear every day but we will do everything possible to stamp out criminals from our communities.”
Emphasizing the need for stronger collaboration to achieve the needed results, while noting that the security of the lives and properties of citizens is a constitutional priority.
The lawmaker sympathized with affected families and communities, in the recent incident along the Isanlu-Ilafin road, assuring them of his continued commitment to working with both federal and state governments to ensure lasting security across communities in Yagba East, Yagba West, and Mopamuro.
“This is a trying time for us all, but I assure you. We will not relent until peace is restored and our people can once again live without fear.”
