Lagos lawmakers seek release of kidnapped corper as abductors demand N30 million
The Lagos State House of Assembly has intervened in the kidnapping of a prospective corps member, Lateefah Binuyo, calling for urgent inter-governmental and security collaboration to ensure her immediate rescue.
This followed a matter of urgent public importance raised by Omolara Olumegbon, who informed the parliament that the victim was kidnapped on January 22.
Ms Binuyo, a Mass Communication graduate of Kwara State Polytechnic, was kidnapped in Kogi while on her way to the NYSC orientation camp in Taraba. She was described as her mother’s only child.
Ms Olumegbon, the chair of the House Committee on Women Affairs, disclosed that the kidnappers had demanded ₦30 million ransom.
The lawmaker, therefore, urged the parliament to write to the federal government to strengthen security measures for PCM travelling to their various states of deployment.
She also urged the house to formally engage Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to intervene by liaising with the Kogi government to ensure the safe rescue of the victim.
In his contribution, Noheem Adams praised President Bola Tinubu for his commitment to improving the security of lives and property across the country.
Mr Adams, the majority leader, noted that the current security situation had improved significantly compared to previous administrations.
Stephen Ogundipe also commended the Nigerian military for its efforts in maintaining national security. Mr Ogundipe also appealed to the governor to engage with his Kogi counterpart to facilitate swift intervention.
Tobun Abiodun suggested that the house, through the National Assembly, should write to the director-general of the NYSC to review deployment procedures.
The speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, noted that at a time when some people were unwilling to pursue education, it was painful that young Nigerians, who had completed their studies and were ready to serve the nation, were exposed to threats such as kidnapping.
Mr Obasa said the Lagos parliament would also write to the inspector-general of police to intervene in the case.
(NAN)
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