The Senator representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, Senator Sunday Marshall Katung, has appealed for more security presence in some parts of his constituency, saying that his life does not matter to him if his people are not secure.
Apparently disturbed by the renewed wave of banditry and kidnapping for ransom in some communities of Kauru, Kagarko, Kaura, Zangon Kataf and Kachia Local Government Areas of Kaduna State, Senator Katung, in an emotional-laden voice, declared that his own life “does not matter to me now if my people are not secure.”
Senator Katung who spoke at a church service the Sunday before last at the Fountain of Life Baptist Church, Kafanchan, said his best prayer wish “is that banditry in southern Kaduna comes to a stop.”
While condemning the rising cases of kidnapping and banditry in some parts of Southern Kaduna, the lawmaker however assured the people that the security agencies are working diligently to address the security crisis bedevilling the zone.
“We are working assiduously, in collaboration with all security agencies and government, towards ending banditry in Southern Kaduna and we will not rest until our people are able to sleep with their two eyes closed,” he said.
Katung also cautioned youths against involvement in criminal activities, warning that those involved will be apprehended and made to face the wrath of the law.
Senator Katung solicited prayers and support from the people, emphasizing that no leader can succeed without the backing of his citizens.
Earlier, the Baptist Conference President of Southern Kaduna, Dr. Donald Arak, commended the Senator for his people-oriented leadership, which prioritizes long-term development over personal gains.
“We are happy with your kind of leadership, which focuses on lasting legacies rather than the outdated practice of distributing money without tangible projects,” Dr. Arak stated.
