Gunmen Abduct Traditional Ruler and Community Leader in Imo

The statement emphasized the urgent need for security agencies to take swift action in securing the release of the victims and curbing the rising cases of abductions in the region.

Chidera called on the government and relevant authorities to intensify efforts in tackling insecurity, urging community members to remain vigilant and cooperate with law enforcement agencies to ensure the safe return of the abducted leaders.

“We as a community and family are deeply concerned about his safety and well-being and that of Hon. Kenneth, and we urge and appeal to the kidnappers to release them unharmed,” the statement reads.

“The council fears that the aged leaders may not be receiving the medical attention and assistance they need.”

Chidera reiterated the council’s plea, saying, “We are yet to recover from the loss of three of our brothers in Umueze 1 who were killed in Anambra State and I can tell you that the Council is deeply concerned about their safety and well-being, and we urge the kidnappers to release them alive.”

“The Ehime Mbano LG-NYCN Branch has called on the LG CHAIRMAN, the Local Government Security Network, the Imo State Secretary to the State Government, the Imo state police command and indeed Nigerian authorities to take immediate action to ensure HRH Pascal Nwagbake and Hon. Kenneth Nwachukwu safe release.

“The council also appeals to the general public to provide any information that may lead to their rescue.”

He also urged residents to stay united and support security agencies in their efforts to combat crime, emphasizing that the safety of the community requires collective vigilance and cooperation.