The lawmaker representing Yewa North/Imeko-Afon Federal Constituency, Ogun State, in the House of Representatives, Gboyega Isiaka, expressed concern, on Sunday, over the invasion of farmlands in Araromi Ibese by herdsmen, which left crops destroyed and livelihoods disrupted.
In a statement issued on Sunday by his media aide, Femi Peters, Isiaka lamented the distress caused to women farmers in the community.
He described the invasion as a tragic event, particularly highlighting the plight of a heavily pregnant woman forced to flee into the bush for safety.
According to Isiaka, the woman reportedly delivered her baby in the middle of the night without medical care, returning to the village still gripped by fear.
“Mother and child could have died in the process,” he lamented.
Isiaka commended the proactive measures taken by security agencies and community leaders in responding to the situation.
However, he called for more decisive action to prevent future occurrences and to protect the community.
“My attention has been drawn to the grievances of our women in Araromi Ibese over the destruction of their farmlands by Fulani herdsmen. I am appalled by the unchecked onslaught by these herdsmen who are systematically destroying the lifeline of our communities—our farmlands,” Isiaka said.
He pledged to closely monitor the situation and ensure that relief and support are provided to the affected farmers and their families.
“The safety and well-being of our constituents are of the utmost importance. We will not rest until the Araromi Ibese farming community is safeguarded from further invasion. We will continue to advocate for immediate and effective government intervention to address this situation,” he added.
The lawmaker reaffirmed his commitment to protecting the livelihoods of his constituents and ensuring their security amidst the recurring threat of herdsmen attacks.
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