Another building linked to state kidnapping has been destroyed by the Enugu government.
According to officials, the move is in line with the administration’s policy against crime and already-enforced laws.
A bungalow in Umueze Awkunanaw, Nkanu West Local Government Area, was recently the victim of a kidnapping.
The hideout allegedly belonged to Igwenagu Ogbodo and his gang, who used it to detain victims, according to the statement.
When security forces raided the property, Ogbodo and some gang members escaped with gunshot wounds.
Governor Peter Mbah was praised by Nkanu West Council Chairman John Ogbodo for his resistance to insecurity during the demolition.
The person was abducted and brought to him by the prime suspect and his gang. Both his car and he were saved. Some weapons and ammunition were recovered equally, according to Ogbodo.
He continued, “I thank His Excellency, Dr. Peter Mbah, for his political will and demonstrated of capacity, in accordance with what he stated to Ndi Enugu, that any house that supports or harbors criminals will be destroyed.” That is exactly what is happening right now, and it is in accordance with Enugu State’s laws.
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Ogbodo noted that other crime-linked structures had previously been destroyed by the state.
This house was not the first or third house in Enugu to be destroyed by this administration. He noted that this is the first structure in Nkanu West to be destroyed, and he knows it will deter other criminal elements.
He urged local authorities to report suspicious activity and keep residents and community leaders at bay.
Anyone who owns property in Enugu State should be wary of the tenants and activities on their property. He warned against destroying any home that would otherwise house criminals or kidnap victims.
The state’s attorney argued that the demolition would stop criminal activity.
“I know the Enugu State Government has the resources and resources to capture the person who did this, but he is still at large.” Because the government’s arm will catch up with them, he said, “Others involved in criminal activity should be aware that there is no hiding place in Enugu State today.”
Witness
Some neighborhood watchers who witnessed the demolition described the suspect as a repeat offender and confirmed his criminal history.
Ikechukwu Amos, a local elder, said to local media, “I can’t deny that he is a criminal. I am their elder, and I am aware of their behavior. He turned down our advice, despite our best efforts. You have seen how unholy his character turned out.
He continued, “This same boy recently left prison.” Since then, he has been in disrepair and has been using this location for various illicit activities like consuming Indian hemp and other hard substances. I don’t find it surprising that something like this has occurred.
Edeh Kingsley, a different resident, also criticized the suspect’s behavior.
The music should be played to any young man who chooses to kidnap rather than work to earn money. He is a lazy person, as Fela is also known. He would decline if you called him for work. He claimed that drinking makes him happy.
Demolition is supported by the community.
Uchenna Jideofor, the councillor in the area, praised the governor for enforcing the state’s anti-kidnapping laws.
He urged residents to support security efforts and described the demolition as a positive development for Umueze Awkunaw residents.
“The guy has a reputation for being a criminal.” In my first tenure, I made sure some of them were kept in prison, but after that, some community members let him go. People experience insecurity once more whenever they return.
