Gov Ododo Orders Immediate Crackdown On Odo Ape Attackers
The governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has issued a directive for an immediate crackdown on the perpetrators of the recent violence in the Odo Ape community, located in the Kabba local government area.
In a statement released on Saturday by the State’s Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, the governor instructed his Security Adviser to collaborate closely with security agencies and local vigilante groups to ensure that the attackers are apprehended and brought to justice.
“The government is putting all hands on deck to ensure the attackers do not escape justice,” the statement said.
Governor Ododo urged the residents to remain calm and refrain from retaliatory actions, warning that such actions could escalate the situation and result in further losses. He expressed deep sympathy for the affected families and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring the safety of all residents.
“We sympathize with the communities affected by this unfortunate incident. Rest assured, the Ododo Administration is fully committed to your security and will stop at nothing to guarantee your safety,” the statement added.
The state government also appealed to the public for credible information that could help security agencies track down the culprits.
“Every life in Kogi State is important, and we need the cooperation of our people to end criminal activities,” the statement emphasized.
Security operatives have already been deployed to Odo Ape and other key areas to restore peace and ensure the safety of lives and properties. The government reassured the residents that normalcy would be restored within hours.
Governor Ododo further pledged that the lives lost in the attack would not be forgotten, and promised to strengthen the state’s capacity to combat criminal elements effectively.
“The victims of this heinous act will not die in vain. We remain resolute in our fight against the enemies of peace and security in Kogi State,” he concluded.
