NYC Ekiti Condemns Corps Member’s Abduction, Calls for Urgent Government Action.

NYC Ekiti Condemns Corps Member’s Abduction, Calls for Urgent Government Action.

The Nigeria Youth Congress (NYC), Ekiti State Chapter, has expressed deep concern over the abduction of a corps member, Ojo Caleb Temidayo, who was kidnapped along the Emure-Ise Road in Ekiti State while traveling from Eporo in Ondo State to his hometown, Ogotun Ekiti.

Ojo Caleb Temidayo

In a statement issued by the NYC Chairman, Aare Adedara Temitope Moses, the organization strongly condemned the act and called on security agencies to intensify efforts to rescue the victim and bring the culprits to justice.

According to reports, the driver of the vehicle, an indigene of Emure Ekiti, transported the corps member when the incident occurred. The case was promptly reported to the police station in Emure, and investigations are ongoing.

The family of the abducted corps member disclosed that the kidnappers initially demanded a ransom of ₦30 million, which was negotiated down to ₦10 million. Unfortunately, communication with the abductors has since been lost, leaving the family in a state of despair.

Aare Adedara urged the Ekiti State Government, under the leadership of Governor Biodun Oyebanji, and the Federal Government to collaborate and deploy necessary resources to ensure the swift rescue of the corps member.

He also appealed to the public to support security operatives by providing any relevant information that could aid the rescue operation. "The safety and security of every Nigerian must remain a top priority, and collective efforts are crucial to achieving this," he said.

The NYC reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all youth in the state and reassured the family of its unwavering support during this difficult time.

The incident has underscored the need for improved security measures along rural roads and highways in Ekiti State, emphasizing the importance of proactive measures to protect lives and property.