The Concerned Igbo Eze North Youths (CINY) wish to express deep concern and growing frustration over the worsening security situation in Igbo Eze North Local Government Area of Enugu State, particularly following the recent disturbing incident that occurred at Igogoro.
For some time now, residents of Igbo Eze North have been living under increasing fear due to the rising cases of kidnapping and other criminal activities within the area. The latest incident at Igogoro has further heightened anxiety among our people and once again exposed the fragile security situation facing communities across the local government.
Igbo Eze North occupies a strategic geographical position, sharing boundaries with both Benue State and Kogi State. Unfortunately, these border areas have remained largely porous, creating easy access routes for criminal elements who infiltrate our communities to perpetrate kidnappings and other violent crimes before escaping through these same unguarded routes.
The continued neglect of these vulnerable border areas has made Igbo Eze North increasingly exposed to insecurity. Farmers are now afraid to go to their farms, traders travel in fear, and families live with the constant anxiety that their loved ones could fall victim to kidnappers at any moment.
The Concerned Igbo Eze North Youths therefore call on the Chairman of Igbo Eze North Local Government, Hon. Uchenna Ogalla, and the Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency Peter Ndubuisi Mba, to urgently rise to the responsibility of protecting the lives and property of the people of Igbo Eze North.
We urge the government at both the local and state levels to immediately strengthen security presence across the local government, particularly along the border communities linking Enugu State with Benue and Kogi States. These areas must no longer be left vulnerable to infiltration by criminal groups.
Specifically, we call for:
- Increased deployment of security personnel to border communities in Igbo Eze North.
- Establishment of well-equipped security checkpoints along major entry and exit routes connecting the local government to neighboring states.
- Strengthened collaboration between security agencies and local vigilante groups to monitor suspicious movements across our borders.
- Immediate and proactive measures to dismantle kidnapping networks operating within and around the local government.
The safety of the people must remain the primary responsibility of government. Igbo Eze North cannot continue to serve as an easy passage for criminals due to weak border security and inadequate surveillance.
Our communities are known for their peaceful nature and industrious people. However, the continued rise in insecurity threatens not only the safety of residents but also the economic activities that sustain many families across the local government.
The Concerned Igbo Eze North Youths therefore urge the Enugu State Government and the leadership of Igbo Eze North Local Government to treat the security situation as a matter of urgent priority. The time for statements has passed; what our people need now are visible and decisive actions that will restore safety and confidence within our communities.
We remain committed to peaceful advocacy and constructive engagement, but we will continue to raise our voices until the safety of our people is guaranteed and the menace of kidnapping is brought to an end.
Signed:
Concerned Igbo Eze North Youths (CINY)
Author: Dev Meki