Traditional rulers from Oworo land in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State have resolved to strengthen collaboration among themselves and work closely with security agencies to combat rising cases of kidnapping and banditry in the region.
The resolution was reached during a stakeholders’ meeting involving Oworo traditional rulers and title holders held in Lokoja, where insecurity, community unity, and development dominated discussions.
Speaking during the meeting, the Olu of Oworo and Chairman of the Oworoland Traditional Council, Mallam Mohammed Adoga Baiyerohi, expressed concern over the increasing activities of kidnappers and criminal groups operating within the area. He noted that Oworo land’s strategic location near the River Niger has made it vulnerable to attacks and illegal movements by criminal elements.
According to the monarch, the waterways and forest routes around the area have become easy escape corridors for kidnappers and bandits, creating fear among residents and disrupting socio-economic activities. He stressed the need for stronger unity among communities and continuous engagement with the government to improve security.
The royal fathers also commended Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo for ongoing efforts to tackle insecurity across the state, praising his direct involvement in security operations and visits to troubled communities.
Other monarchs who participated in the meeting included the Olu of Apata, Oba Fedrick Balogun; the Bajana III of Obajana, Oba Idowu Isenibi; the Ohiribo-Keta of Karara, Oba Ismaila Zakari; and the Masi of Agbaja, Oba Abubakar Alugbere. Traditional title holders and community leaders were also present at the gathering.
At the end of the meeting, the council agreed to deepen cooperation with security agencies, encourage intelligence sharing within communities, and deploy technology-driven approaches to improve surveillance and crime prevention. The monarchs also proposed the introduction of an “Oworo Day” cultural festival aimed at promoting unity, peace, and communal development.
Traditional rulers from Oworo land in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State have resolved to strengthen collaboration among themselves and work closely with security agencies to combat rising cases of kidnapping and banditry in the region.
The resolution was reached during a stakeholders’ meeting involving Oworo traditional rulers and title holders held in Lokoja, where insecurity, community unity, and development dominated discussions.
Speaking during the meeting, the Olu of Oworo and Chairman of the Oworoland Traditional Council, Mallam Mohammed Adoga Baiyerohi, expressed concern over the increasing activities of kidnappers and criminal groups operating within the area. He noted that Oworo land’s strategic location near the River Niger has made it vulnerable to attacks and illegal movements by criminal elements.
According to the monarch, the waterways and forest routes around the area have become easy escape corridors for kidnappers and bandits, creating fear among residents and disrupting socio-economic activities. He stressed the need for stronger unity among communities and continuous engagement with the government to improve security.
The royal fathers also commended Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo for ongoing efforts to tackle insecurity across the state, praising his direct involvement in security operations and visits to troubled communities.
Other monarchs who participated in the meeting included the Olu of Apata, Oba Fedrick Balogun; the Bajana III of Obajana, Oba Idowu Isenibi; the Ohiribo-Keta of Karara, Oba Ismaila Zakari; and the Masi of Agbaja, Oba Abubakar Alugbere. Traditional title holders and community leaders were also present at the gathering.
At the end of the meeting, the council agreed to deepen cooperation with security agencies, encourage intelligence sharing within communities, and deploy technology-driven approaches to improve surveillance and crime prevention. The monarchs also proposed the introduction of an “Oworo Day” cultural festival aimed at promoting unity, peace, and communal development.
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