Youths in Ayede Ogbese, Ondo State, have barricaded a major highway in protest against a surge in kidnappings and killings. The dramatic Road’s Cry came after a man was killed and a businesswoman was abducted, as residents accuse the government and security agencies of failing to protect them.
Youths in Ayede Ogbese, Ondo State, blocked a major highway.
LeadNaija Leant that they were protesting over a surge in kidnappings and killings.
Recall that a man was reportedly killed and a businesswoman abducted on Thursday.
The protest caused a heavy traffic gridlock, stranding travelers yesterday, Friday. The Protest Residents blame the bad state of the road for aiding criminals.
They also accused security agencies of being ineffective.
The Commissioner of Police addressed the protesters and promised action.
The protest highlights the growing frustration of citizens who feel abandoned by authorities.
𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀𝗔𝗽𝗽 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗧𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗔𝘀 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽!
