Kidnapping Activities on Decline in South-east, Says  House Member

Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja

The Chairman of the House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee  interfacing with the relevant security agencies, Hon.  Obinna Aguocha,  has said that kidnapping activities are dramatically on the decline, and farming and economic activities are on the rise in Isuikwuato and Umuwneochi LGA’s of Abia State, Hon.  Obinna Aguocha.

He recalled that the Ad hoc committee held several consultations and two public hearings —the last of which took place on the 24tn of August, 2023.

Aguocha in a statement issued yesterday said the interventions of the House and the security architecture have proved to be working so far.

He also said that  kidnapping activities are dramatically on the decline, and farming and economic activities are on the rise.

The lawmaker said the efforts so far are clearly work in progress, adding that to achieve lasting peace, plans are at an advanced stage to engage the governors of the South-east, traditional, and faith-based leaders, as well as critical stakeholders representatives.

Aguocha noted: “It has become necessary to once again brief you on the security situation in the Southeast, particularly in the Isuikwuato and Umunneochi local government areas of Abia State, and to update you on progress made so far.

“You recall that we have held several consultations and two public hearings, the last of which took place on the 24tn of August, 2023.

“As a part of the search for lasting solution, we have also engaged with Mazi Nnandi Kanu. I am happy to announce significant progress in this regard, particularly on the need to put a stop to the Monday sit-at-home that has crippled the economy of the southeast.”

The chairman commended President Bola Tinubu for his support and encouragement in the pursuit of peace in the South-east which is evidenced by the presence and unalloyed support of the Service Chiefs in all of the public hearings.