Fish farmers in Ogun State, Nigeria, are pressing the government for intervention to address the insecurity surrounding their communities, following a recent abduction incident involving one of their own.
Fish farmers in Ogun State, Nigeria, are experiencing increasing levels of insecurity, highlighted by the recent abduction of a fellow farmer, Mr. Adams Omamegbe, and several customers who were visiting his farm. The incident, which led to an estimated ransom payment of N70 million, has instilled fear in the farming community, prompting calls for urgent government action. The farmers have organized under the Ijebuland Fish Farmers association to voice their concerns and urge authorities to take decisive measures against the growing threat of violence.
The association has specifically reached out to Governor Dapo Abiodun and the acting Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, seeking their intervention to restore safety and security in the region. They argue that the chaos is not only affecting their personal safety but also the viability of their businesses, further affecting the local economy. The farmers claim that the rampant insecurity deters customers and can potentially cripple their operations as kidnappings become more frequent.
In response to the alarming situation, the farmers are demanding that the government conducts thorough security operations in the vast forests of the agrarian community, which are often used as hideouts by kidnappers. Their plea highlights a broader issue of insecurity affecting various sectors in Nigeria and emphasizes the urgent need for effective government strategies to combat crime and improve public safety in vulnerable areas such as Ogun State.
