Reported By Mary Udezue | Edited by: Gabriel Osa
A farmer from Ido-Egbe community in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State has reportedly been abducted while working on his cashew farm, sparking heightened concern among residents over security in isolated agricultural areas. The incident occurred on February 12, 2026, and has sent waves of anxiety through Egbe and surrounding communities.
Sources in the community confirmed that the victim is a well-known farmer in the region, recognized for his involvement in local agriculture and farming initiatives. Eyewitnesses reported that armed assailants approached the farm while he was working and forcibly took him away. Details regarding the number of perpetrators, their mode of operation, or their demands remain unclear.
The abduction has amplified existing worries about the vulnerability of farmers and agricultural workers, particularly those cultivating crops along remote routes. Cashew plantations in the area, often located on isolated farmlands with limited access to immediate law enforcement response, have been highlighted as potential targets for such attacks.
Residents of Egbe have expressed urgent calls for the deployment of intensified security patrols to protect farming communities and prevent further incidents. Community leaders stressed that the abduction underscores the need for coordinated efforts between local vigilantes, state security agencies, and residents to safeguard lives and livelihoods.
Local farmers also noted the psychological and economic toll such incidents impose, citing fears that ongoing abductions may discourage agricultural activity, reduce productivity, and disrupt local supply chains. The insecurity is viewed not only as a threat to individual safety but also to the broader agrarian economy of Yagba West.
Authorities have not yet issued an official statement confirming the abduction or outlining steps being taken for the farmer’s recovery. Residents remain on high alert and have appealed to the Kogi State Government and security agencies to act promptly, stressing the urgency of securing rural farming zones along vulnerable corridors.
Community members are also urging anyone with information on the abduction to come forward discreetly to assist in locating the victim and bringing the perpetrators to justice. The abduction reflects a growing pattern of insecurity in Kogi State’s remote agricultural areas, highlighting the need for proactive security measures to protect rural livelihoods.
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