Ekiti governor visits rescued victims, condemns politicising insecurity

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji visited victims of a recent abduction at the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, offering support and condemning the politicization of insecurity. The 15 victims were abducted in April and rescued after 67 days, though sadly one died in captivity. The survivors are receiving medical and psychological care, with the state government covering all costs.

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Such matters must not be trivialised.

Governor Oyebanji reaffirmed his administration's commitment to protecting lives and property, urging residents to avoid trivializing security issues. He vowed decisive measures against criminal elements and expressed gratitude for the victims' safe return. He also commended President Bola Tinubu for his support in strengthening regional security and praised the coordinated efforts of security agencies, traditional rulers, and community leaders.

The governor highlighted that all survivors are stable and responding to treatment, including a child who had been unconscious. He described the attack on worshippers as unacceptable and emphasized the need for collective responsibility in ensuring safety. A relative of the victims expressed appreciation and called for sustained security in border communities.

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The state would continue to implement decisive measures to safeguard citizens and ensure it remains inhospitable to criminal elements.

In a separate act, Governor Oyebanji settled the outstanding medical bills of over N2 million for three indigent patients, directing their immediate discharge.

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Appreciation to the Governor and security agencies and called for a sustained security presence in border communities to prevent future occurrences.