Former member of the House of Representatives, Mr Tajudeen Yusuf has called for urgent intervention in response to growing security concerns in Okun area of Kogi State.
In a statement in Abuja, yesterday, Yusuf appealed to the Inspector-General of Police, IGP, Mr Kayode Egbetokun, Kogi State government, and relevant security agencies to address the rising threats in the region.
Yusuf, who represented Kabba/Bunu/Ijumu Constituency, emphasised that Okun area spanned five local governments.
He revealed that residents had been subjected to attacks by unknown groups of criminals.
According to him, these attacks, which include harassment, intimidation and kidnappings, have created fear and anxiety among the locals.
Yusuf highlighted reports of victims being kidnapped directly from their homes at night, forcing communities to pay exorbitant ransoms they could not afford.
He expressed concern that these frequent attacks had led many locals to abandon their farms, resulting in hunger, poverty and significant hardship.
Yusuf called on the Kogi State government to implement effective measures to address the crisis and urged security agencies to collaborate in ensuring the safety of communities.
He reiterated government’s responsibility to protect the lives and property of citizens.
The former lawmaker also extended his sympathies to the victims and appealed for calm, while urging relevant authorities to take swift action. NAN
