Gov. Nwifuru orders security agents to rescue kidnapped ex-Ebonyi deputy governor’s father
Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has directed security agencies to secure the immediate rescue of abducted traditional ruler, Francis Igwe.
Mr Igwe, traditional ruler of Ndufu-Alike in the Ikwo Local Government Area of the state, was kidnapped by suspected gunmen on Sunday while heading to church.
Mr Igwe is the father of the immediate past Deputy Governor, Dr Kelechi Igwe.
In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, the governor described the abduction as “deeply troubling and totally unacceptable.”
He said security agencies had been directed to work in synergy to track the perpetrators and bring them to justice.
He stated, “The state government will deploy all available apparatus to unmask those behind this criminal act and prevent any recurrence.”
He urged residents, particularly in Ikwo and neighbouring areas, to remain calm but vigilant.
“They should provide useful information that could assist security agencies in their ongoing operations,” he added.
Mr Nwifuru reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting lives and property, stressing that Ebonyi would not become a haven for criminals.
He stated, “The abductors should release the traditional ruler unconditionally, as the full weight of the law will be brought upon anyone found culpable.”
He expressed confidence that, with public cooperation and security agencies’ dedication, the royal father would be safely reunited with his family.
“Acts of criminality against innocent citizens will not be tolerated,” the governor said, expressing solidarity with the traditional ruler’s family and the people of Ikwo.
(NAN)
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