Abduction Of Ekiti APC Chairman: PDP Tasks Oyebanji On Security: South West APC Demands Quick Release

By Ayodele Oni

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP)  Ekiti State has observed that Governor Biodun Oyebanji is handling security situation in the state with unseriousness.

This is just as the South West zone of the All Progressives Congress (APC) called for the immediate release of Paul Omotosho, State APC Chairman.

Reacting to Saturday’s abduction of the state chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr Paul Omotosho by yet to be identified gunmen along Imesi – Ile road, the PDP stated that the primary responsibility of any government is to ensure the safety and security of its citizens.

A statement on Sunday by the PDP Caretaker Transition Committee chairman, Sodiq Obanoyen, said the Party “wishes to implore the State Governor to get himself busier with the business of governance in the State and get to take decisive actions to effectively combat the security crisis in the State.

“We believe it is imperative that the Governor, His Excellency Biodun Oyebanji, disentangles himself from extraneous populist activities and devotes his attention to securing the lives and properties of the Ekiti people.

“Populist endeavours may have their merits, but the primary responsibility of any government is to ensure the safety and security of her citizens.

“We are suggesting that the governor must take immediate action by implementing robust security measures, increasing police presence, and collaborating with relevant security agencies to curb criminal activities in the State.

“Ekiti State, known for her relative peace and tranquillity, is currently facing a serious security challenge characterized by rising criminal activities and increased incidents of kidnapping.

“The State government needs to take proactive measures to address this alarming situation.

“The recent unfortunate incident involving Mr. Paul Omotoso, the State Chairman of the ruling Party, the All Progressives Congress, who fell victim to this dastardly act, is bothersome.

“It is our opinion that the deteriorating security situation in Ekiti State demands immediate attention from the government.

The statement by APC zonal chairman, Isaacs Kekemeke, reads, “We condemn this unholy act against our Ekiti State Chairman, our hearts are with him, we call for his immediate release while security agents should do everything humanly possible to rescue him unhurt.

“This is an unacceptable development in our zone, we pray for his safe return to enable Hon Paul Omotosho to continue to provide good leadership for our party in Ekiti State.

“We solidarize with the good people of Ekiti State especially our party faithful and His Excellency, Governor Biodun Oyebanji over this sad and unfortunate development in one of the most peaceful states in the country.”

The abductors are yet to make contact with family members or political associates of the chairman.