In a harrowing incident that unfolded on the night of August 25, Hon. Kawu Ibrahim Yakasai, the Organizing Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna State, fell victim to a brazen abduction by a group of armed assailants.
The former Chairman of Soba Local Government Area was forcibly taken from his residence in the tranquil Yakasai village under the cover of night. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, raising concerns about the security situation in the region.
Confirming this distressing development, Mohammed Lawal Shehu, the Chief Press Secretary to Kaduna State Governor, stated that Governor Uba Sani has wasted no time in directing security agencies to launch a relentless pursuit of the abductors. The Governor’s primary objective is to ensure Yakasai’s swift and safe return.
Governor Uba Sani, while condemning the audacious act, reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding the lives and property of all residents within the state. This incident has underscored the urgency of addressing security challenges in Kaduna State, prompting a renewed call for enhanced measures to protect its citizens.