The Chairman, Kabba-Bunu local government area of Kogi state, Barr. Zacchaeus Dare Michael, has condemned the deadly attacks on Ihale and Olle Bunu communities.
Ihale was attacked by terrorists in the early hours of Friday, while Olle-Bunu witnessed another attack later same day. Yet-to-be ascertained number of persons were killed and abducted in both communities.
Reacting to the twin incidents, Barr. Zacchaeus said the days of the insurgents terrorizing these area and the LGA at large are numbered.
The local government Chairman described the incident as a grave affront to public safety, and threat to and communal harmony and it sustainability.
He expressed profound grief over the loss of innocent lives, especially the courageous security operatives who lost their lives in the cause of the gruesome attack, and commiserates deeply with the Olle community, the Omonayi and other families of the victims in the affected communities.
He assured that the Local Government, in collaboration with relevant security agencies, has intensified coordinated efforts aimed at securing the safe and unconditional release of all abducted victims.
The Chairman decried the rising security challenges in the region and in the LGA, and reaffirmed that the government will not relent in its determination to curtail the escalation of insecurity, particularly within the Bunu axis.
He emphasized that decisive measures are ongoing to further strengthen and enhance the local security architecture to prevent future occurrences.
The Chairman commended the bravery, dedication, and professionalism of security operatives who continue to demonstrate uncommon courage in the line of duty. He also appealed to residents to support ongoing operations through credible, timely, and actionable intelligence, noting that effective community participation remains a critical component of successful rescue and security operations.
The Kabba/Bunu Local Government Council reassures the people of Ihale, Olle Bunu, and the entire Local Government Area that the safety of lives and property remains paramount, and that no stone will be left unturned until peace is fully restored and criminal elements are brought to justice.
