The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) charges the Police, Military and
Department of State Services (DSS) high commands to, without further
delay, secure the release of its National Youth Leader, Hon. SKE
Ude-Okoye, who was attacked and abducted by gunmen in Enugu on Monday.
The PDP expresses shock at the abduction and condemned it as cowardly
and reprehensible, according to a statement signed by National Publicity
Secretary, Mr. Kola Ologbondiyan.
“The party describes the abduction of the Youth Leader as a national
challenge and a direct attack on the body of the nation’s youth
population, which he symbolizes. It cautioned that the development is
capable of aggravating the already tensed security situation in the
country if not confronted with corresponding security response.
“Moreover, the party is particularly worried about the safety and lives
of the Youth Leader and his staff, who was also abducted by the gunmen.
“The PDP therefore charges the top command of the Police, the DSS and
the military to step into the issue with full force to ensure the
immediate release of the Youth Leader as well as track down those behind
the dastardly act.
“The PDP notes that Hon. Udeh-Okoye has always been at the forefront in
efforts towards the development and wellbeing of the youth across the
nation and urged the security forces to leave no stone unturned to
secure his release.
“The party laments the pervading insecurity in the nation and urges the
Security authorities not to relent in their efforts and sacrifices in
combating acts of terrorism and violence against innocent citizens.
“The PDP appreciates the outpouring of concerns from well-meaning
Nigerians over the development, even as it urges its teeming members and
supporters, particularly the youth, to remain calm as the security
forces up their rescue efforts.”