Six person have been kidnapped in the last three weeks in Yagba East Local Government Area of Kogi State.
The member representing Yagba East in the Kogi State House of Assembly, Hon. Emmanuel Obaro disclosed this on Tuesday when he moved a motion of urgent public importance on the floor of the House in Lokoja.
Hon. Obaro, who could not ascertain whether the kidnapped victims have regain their freedom, stated that the issue of kidnapping and armed robbery is gradually spreading in his constituency which is creating a ripple effect that can harm individuals, families and engulf the environment with fear and uncertainty across the various communities in Yagba East Local Government.
“I am aware that in the last three weeks, six different cases of attacks, leading to loss of lives, that are likened to banditry are reported. Other cases of attacks in the form of kidnapping are on the rise. These attacks are affecting businesses already and dissipating the resources of the vulnerable pour victims.
“It is my desire that measures be resolved by this honourable House to address these issues and ensure that people can live their lives without fear of violence and victimization,” he said.
The first time lawmaker called on the state government to investigate the increasing cases of armed theft and kidnapping with a view to identifying individuals involved, their modus operandi and areas of operations, and putting an end to same.
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