Isoko North LG Chairman Reaffirms Zero Tolerance For Kidnapping, Terrorism, Banditry

The Chairman of Isoko North Local Government Area in Delta State, Godwin Ogorugba , has reaffirmed his administration’s zero-tolerance stance against kidnapping, terrorism, banditry, and all forms of criminality in the local government.

The chairman made the declaration during a high-level security stakeholders’ meeting attended by traditional rulers, heads of security agencies, community leaders, political stakeholders, and representatives of youth and women groups.

Speaking at the meeting, Ogorugba stressed the need for stronger collaboration among security agencies, community leaders, and residents to enhance intelligence gathering and ensure prompt responses to security threats.

He urged traditional rulers and community leaders to ensure that all vigilante personnel are carefully selected, properly profiled, and operate strictly within the confines of the law.

As part of measures to strengthen security across the local government, the chairman directed security agencies to clamp down on any unauthorized group operating under the guise of vigilante or volunteer security outfits, warning that such groups will not be tolerated.

He also announced a restriction on the operations of commercial motorcycle riders across Isoko North Local Government.

Effective immediately, he said, all commercial motorcycle operators must cease operations by 10:00 p.m. daily.

“Any rider found operating beyond the stipulated time will be arrested, while the motorcycle used in violating the directive will be impounded,” the chairman warned.

Ogorugba emphasized that security is a collective responsibility and appealed to residents to remain vigilant, provide credible information to security agencies, and support ongoing efforts to keep communities safe and peaceful.

He further called on political leaders and stakeholders to put aside partisan differences and unite in the collective fight against insecurity, noting that criminals do not discriminate based on political affiliation.

He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property, while advancing the developmental aspirations of Isoko North.

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Speaking on behalf of the traditional rulers, the Ovie of Ozoro Kingdom commended the chairman for convening the security meeting and pledged the continued support and cooperation of traditional rulers in strengthening community-based security initiatives.

The meeting was attended by traditional rulers from across Isoko North, senior government officials, community president-generals, political leaders, heads of security agencies, and representatives of youth and women organizations, all of whom reaffirmed their commitment to working together to ensure lasting peace and security throughout the local government.