I’m Deeply Alarmed By Child Abductions In Agbarho -Dafinone

Senator Ede Dafinone representing Delta Central Senatorial, has said that he is deeply alarmed by the disturbing wave of child abductions in Agbarho, Ughelli North Local Government Area, which falls within the Delta Central Senatorial District he represents.

He said this in a statement on Friday.

According to him, “reports show that in recent months, more than six children—many between the ages of three and ten—have gone missing, leaving families devastated and the community in fear.”

He continued: “This crisis, which spiked in June with four disappearances, sparked protests by aggrieved women on September 16 and culminated tragically on September 24 when a mob lynched a woman accused of attempted kidnapping.”

Adding: “While the community’s frustration is understandable, such acts of jungle justice only deepen the crisis and risk innocent lives.”

To the grieving families, the lawmaker extended his heartfelt condolences and solidarity.

In his words, “your pain is our collective burden, and I pledge to continue pressing for answers and justice at the highest levels of government,” saying that “every missing child is a future we cannot afford to lose, and I will not relent until they are found and safety is restored.”

He called on the Delta State Police Command, Ughelli Area Command, and relevant federal agencies to intensify investigations, strengthen patrols, and work closely with NAPTIP to dismantle any networks behind these abductions—whether ritual or trafficking-related.

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He noted that “the recent rescue of eight trafficked children in Delta proves that proactive measures can work,” just as he urged community leaders, under the guidance of the Ovie of Agbarho, to sustain vigilance through neighbourhood watches, parental awareness, and partnerships with schools.

“Let us resist jungle justice and instead channel our anger into unity, vigilance, and cooperation with law enforcement. As your Senator, I remain committed to pursuing stronger security interventions and legislative safeguards for Delta Central. Together, we will overcome this menace and restore peace to Agbarho, Ughelli North, and our beloved Delta State,” he concluded.