Peoples Democratic Party governorship aspirant, Dr. Folabora Adekoya Bryhm, has expressed outrage over the reported gruesome killing of an NSCDC personnel, Ayodotun Olukotun, and the displacement of his family members during an attempted kidnapping at his residence in Odo-Ere, Yagba West LGA of Kogi State early this morning.
Dr. Bryhm lamented that attacks on the peace-loving, hardworking, and innocent people across Kogi West and other parts of the state have become one too many. He stated that the menace must be tackled head‑on and that the government must provide visible results as soon as possible.
Recounting the efforts of these communities to set up vigilante volunteers, he described it as most unfortunate that they are now being targeted by bandits and other criminals, and said this should not be allowed to continue any longer.
“My heart goes out to the Odo-Ere community, the family of the deceased, and to everyone who has become a victim of this ugly cycle of kidnapping and banditry incidents,” he said.
Dr. Bryhm urged the Federal Government and State Government to swiftly take action to secure the lives and property of the people, noting that the primary responsibility of a democratic government is to protect citizens.
He commiserated with the community and the family of the deceased over their loss.
