Abia State Government says it has uncovered plots by people it described as renegade members of a non-state group to attack and kidnap prominent persons in the state including public office holders, traditional rulers, members of the clergy, and hold them as human shields and ransom for negotiations.
The state government while cautioning those behind the plan to desist from such therefore advised individuals listed in the above category to always exercise utmost vigilance while going about their normal duties.
Commissioner for Information, Chief John Okiyi Kalu in a statement on Sunday says security agents in the country are on the trail of the arrowheads of the plot with a view to nipping it in the bud and bring those involved to justice.
“Government further appeals to all citizens and visitors to keep their focus on maintaining the existing peace in the state and avoid acts that are capable of reversing the gains we have made collectively in securing the State through the understanding and cooperation of all” he added.
