Akpabio Urges Action on Abductions in Nigeria's Senate
On September 30, during the resumed plenary after a 68-day recess, the Senate and House of Representatives addressed the issue of abductions in Nigeria. Senate President Godswill Akpabio, in his speech titled “Keeping Faith with Nigeria,” emphasized that the parliament cannot consider itself free while citizens remain in captivity, referencing recent abductions in Niger State.
He called on security agencies to intensify efforts for the rescue of captives and the protection of vulnerable communities. The House of Representatives, led by Midala Balami, moved a motion for coordinated security operations to secure the immediate release of 116 schoolchildren abducted in Mussa and Lassa, Borno State.
Balami highlighted the emotional distress faced by the victims' families. Akpabio also discussed other pressing issues, including flooding and economic hardship, pledging legislative support for security institutions and the welfare of citizens.
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