Women from Oke-Ere, a village in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State, took to the streets on Wednesday in a bold protest against the ongoing kidnappings and violence in their area.
The women, mostly elderly, marched through their village, with some of them partially undressed, chanting mournful songs to show their frustration and sorrow.
The protest was sparked by months of violent attacks and kidnappings carried out by armed herdsmen and criminals in the region.
These attacks have left many in the community in fear, as the violence and abductions continue to disrupt daily life.
During the protest, some of the women carried sticks and leaves, demanding an immediate end to the violence that has plagued their homes.
The women also expressed their desperation through their songs, calling for action from local authorities to protect them and their families.
The protest has drawn attention to the recent surge in kidnappings, including a high-profile attack in March on the Ayere-Kabba federal expressway, where three people were taken, and four others were injured and required medical attention at a hospital in Kabba.
The demonstration has captured widespread attention, as many people, including those on social media, have voiced support for the women’s cause, condemning the ongoing insecurity and killings in the region.
The protest has further highlighted the struggles of the people in Yagba West, where farming and market trips have become dangerous due to the threat of abductions.
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