Kwara governor visits Oke Ode community, others, vows end to kidnappers’ attacks

By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin –

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Thursday visited Oke Ode in Ifelodun Local Government Area to commiserate with the community and families who lost loved ones to recent kidnappers’ attacks.

The Governor prayed for the repose of the souls of the victims, commended the security forces for their efforts, and reassured the community of the government’s commitment to restoring peace in no distant time.

He also extended condolences and solidarity to other affected communities across Ifelodun, Irepodun, Isin, Ekiti, Edu, and Patigi local government areas.

“We have come to commiserate with the community over the attacks. It is also to commend the security forces, forest guards, and vigilantes for repelling the attackers and restoring peace to the community,” he said.

“It’s been quite challenging. Everything is being put in place to mitigate the effects and ensure such occurrences are brought to an end.”

The Governor was accompanied by the Commissioner of Police, Adekimi Ojo; State Director of DSS; State Commandant of NSCDC, Dr. Umar Mohammed; Senior Special Assistant on Security, Muyideen Aliyu; and Chairman of Ifelodun Local Government, Hon. Femi Yusuf.

He also received briefings from security officers and stakeholders in Oke Ode and neighbouring Igbaja, including the National President of the Oke Ode Development Association, Alhaji Abdulganiyu Ajala; Elder Oyin Zubair; and the community’s youth leader.

The Governor had earlier issued a statement commiserating with the affected communities, stressing that more must be done to protect lives and property.