In a renewed effort to tackle the growing menace of infrastructure looting in Obudu Local Government Area, the Council Chairman, Hon. (Amb) Peter Akonfe Undiandeye, KSM, has vowed to strengthen security measures and ensure that those behind the recent transformer thefts are brought to justice.
In an official statement released by Hon. Undiandeye and made available to the media, he recounted the events leading to the recovery. He received a distress call alerting him to the unauthorized movement of transformers from Obudu toward Vandeikya in Benue State. Acting swiftly in collaboration with security agencies operating in Obudu Local Government Area, the local government intercepted the vehicle transportating the stolen equipment. While the transformers were successfully retrieved, the driver had fled the scene prior to their arrival.
He emphasized the gravity of the situation, noting that such thefts undermine community development and public trust. He assured residents that his administration is working closely with security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation aimed at identifying and prosecuting those involved in this and previous incidents of public asset theft.
Undiandeye also acknowledged the public concerns regarding the recurring looting of public assets and called for collective vigilance.
He urged residents to remain calm and cooperate with authorities, reaffirming his commitment to serving the people of Obudu with dignity and integrity.
