From the Reporter
The Kanam Development Association (KADA) has condemned the recent kidnapping of the District Head of Birbyang, Alhaji Zubairu Usman Garba, in Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State.
On Monday the association expressed concern that the kidnappers’ actions were emboldened by recent cash donations made by politicians to affected communities.
According to KADA Chairman Barrister Garba G. Aliyu, that the N80 million donated by politicians, including N60 million by Hon. Yusuf Adamu Gagdi and N15 million by APC National Chairman Professor Nentawe Yilwada, has only served to fuel further kidnappings.
The association warned that the publicity surrounding these donations has exposed communities to more insecurity.
KADA is calling on leaders to prioritize meaningful solutions over cash handouts, specifically demanding the provision of firearms training for vigilante groups to enhance community security.
They also urged the Plateau State Governor, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang, to show leadership in addressing the insecurity challenges in Kanam and other parts of the state.
The association emphasized that token gestures and publicity stunts will not suffice and demanded concrete action to protect their people from kidnappers.
