The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has fumed over the alleged demolition of Angwan Sadi community in Kokona Local Government Area of the state by some individuals claiming to be owners of the land.
The House condemned the action, describing it as inhuman and urged the government to provide urgent relief to the affected community and conduct a thorough investigation to bring the culprits to justice.
Daniel Ogah Ogazi, the representative from Kokona East Constituency, informed the house about the incident.
The Speaker of the House, Ibrahim Balarabe Abdullahi commended Ogazi and other members for their collective concern and empathy toward the matter.
” I want to appreciate the mover of this motion, Hon Ogazi and all of you for your positive contributions.
” As I used to say, we are the voices of our people and we will continue to speak for them.
” It is very very sad, unfortunate as some people are heartless. Anybody that knows God and blood runs in his veins, he will be touched with what the people of Angwan Sadi are going through, ” he said.
The Speaker sympathised with the people of Angwan Sadi over the sad and inhuman attitude of some citizens.
” The House is disheartened and condemns the act and we urge the state government to urgently provide relief materials to the community to cushion their plight.
” We also urge the state government to urgently investigate the matter and bring the culprits to book to serve as a deterrent to others,” he added
Balarabe assured that the House would work earnestly to ensure justice is served in the interest of peace and development within the state.
