GBAGYI YOUTH PROGRESSIVE RAISES ALARM OVER ESCALATING INSECURITY IN CHIKUN LGA, CALLS ON GOVERNMENT AND ELECTED REPRESENTATIVES TO TAKE URGENT AND DECISIVE ACTION
The Gbagyi Youth Progressive Union (GYPU), Kaduna State, expresses its deep concern and growing dissatisfaction over the deteriorating security situation in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, particularly the persistent attacks, killings, kidnappings and displacement of innocent residents across several communities.
The security situation has become increasingly disturbing, with communities in Chikun Ward, Gwagwada Ward, Kakau Ward, Rido Ward, Kujama Ward, Kuriga Ward, Kunai Ward and neighbouring communities facing recurring threats and attacks by armed bandits.
Hardly a day passes without reports of fresh attacks, abductions and the tragic loss of innocent lives. Families are living in perpetual fear, communities are being displaced, and the social and economic activities that sustain the livelihoods of our people are being severely disrupted.
Of particular concern is the worsening plight of our farmers, many of whom can no longer access their farmlands to harvest their crops due to persistent threats and attacks by armed bandits. This development poses a grave threat to food security, economic stability and the survival of rural communities. Farmers who have invested their time, resources and energy throughout the farming season are now faced with the unfortunate prospect of losing their entire harvests to insecurity.
The situation is not only alarming but also demands immediate, coordinated and decisive intervention from all relevant authorities.
As an umbrella body representing the interests, aspirations and welfare of Gbagyi youths in Kaduna State, GYPU considers it necessary to draw the urgent attention of our elected representatives and relevant government authorities to this worsening security crisis.
We therefore call on the following leaders to rise to the occasion and take immediate steps towards restoring peace and security in Chikun Local Government Area:
Hon. Engr. Salasi Nuhu Musa, Executive Chairman, Chikun Local Government Area.
Hon. Jesse David Tanko, Member, Kaduna State House of Assembly, Chikun Constituency.
Hon. Fidelix Bagudu Joseph, Member, House of Representatives, Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency.
Sen. Lawal Adamu Usman, Senator representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District.
Sen. Uba Sani, CON, Executive Governor of Kaduna State.
We respectfully but firmly urge these leaders to demonstrate the necessary political will, commitment and sense of responsibility towards safeguarding the lives and property of their constituents. The people of Chikun deserve more than expressions of sympathy; they deserve concrete actions and measurable interventions that will restore their confidence and sense of security.
OUR DEMANDS
In view of the prevailing circumstances, GYPU makes the following demands:
1. Immediate Deployment of Additional Security Personnel
The Kaduna State Government and relevant security agencies should urgently mobilise and deploy additional security personnel to identified security flashpoints and vulnerable communities across Chikun Local Government Area to prevent further attacks and protect residents.
1. Strengthening of Security Operations and Intelligence Gathering
Security agencies should intensify intelligence gathering, surveillance, routine patrols and coordinated security operations aimed at preventing further attacks, identifying criminal hideouts and dismantling the networks responsible for the persistent insecurity in the affected communities.
1. Protection of Farmers and Rural Communities
Government should urgently establish effective security arrangements to enable farmers to safely access their farmlands, harvest their crops and transport their agricultural produce without fear of attacks, abductions or loss of lives. The farming season must not become another period of hardship and economic devastation for our rural communities.
1. Humanitarian Support for Victims and Displaced Persons
Government should provide immediate humanitarian assistance, relief materials and other necessary support to families affected by killings, kidnappings and displacement. Particular attention should be given to vulnerable persons, women, children and families who have lost their means of livelihood as a result of the crisis.
1. Urgent Security Stakeholders' Engagement
We call for an urgent security stakeholders' meeting involving government representatives, security agencies, traditional rulers, community leaders, youth organisations and other relevant stakeholders. Such an engagement should produce practical, sustainable and community-driven strategies for addressing the prevailing security challenges.
OUR POSITION
The protection of lives and property remains one of the fundamental responsibilities of government. No community should be abandoned to the mercy of armed criminals, and no citizen should be compelled to live under the constant fear of being killed, kidnapped or displaced in their own home or community.
While we acknowledge the efforts of security agencies and other stakeholders who continue to work towards restoring peace and stability in Kaduna State, we maintain that the prevailing situation in Chikun Local Government Area requires more strategic intervention, increased security presence and sustained government action.
The people of Chikun deserve peace. Our farmers deserve unhindered and safe access to their farmlands. Our children deserve to grow up in secure communities, and every resident deserves the fundamental right to live without fear.
GYPU Kaduna State remains committed to advocating for the protection of our people, the promotion of peaceful coexistence and the preservation of our ancestral communities. We shall continue to use every legitimate platform available to us to draw attention to the plight of our people and demand the necessary interventions from those entrusted with public responsibility.
We therefore urge the Kaduna State Government, our elected representatives and all relevant security authorities to treat this appeal with the urgency, seriousness and responsibility it deserves. The continued loss of lives, displacement of communities and destruction of livelihoods must not be allowed to become the new normal.
ENOUGH OF THE KILLINGS! ENOUGH OF THE KIDNAPPINGS! OUR FARMERS DESERVE TO HARVEST THEIR CROPS! OUR COMMUNITIES DESERVE PEACE AND SECURITY!
SIGNED:
GBAGYI YOUTH PROGRESSIVE UNION (GYPU)
Kaduna State.
DATE: 8th November, 2026.
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