[PHOTOS] Abducted Taraba Lawmaker, Hosea Ibi Found Dead Laid To Rest Amidst Tears

Hosea Ibi, a member of the Taraba State House of Assembly who was found dead has been buried in his family compound in Anguwan Fadama in Takum Local Government Area of the state.

The late 47-year-old Barrister who left behind two children, pregnant wife, aged mother and six sisters was buried Tuesday, January 23.

The Member of the Taraba State House of Assembly was found gruesomely murdered by his abductors after spending about 15 days in their custody and after collecting both the first and second ransom, totalling N35million, they demanded. See previous report here

Late Hosea Ibi was laid to rest amidst collective vows from Governors Ishaku and Ortom to go ahead with prohibition of open grazing in the two states.

In his speech at the funeral service which equally took place in the family compound, Governor Darius Ishaku lamented that the high level of insecurity in the country is very, very alarming and highly unacceptable that requires urgent attention from the Federal government.

Kidnapped Taraba Lawmaker, Hosea Ibi Found Dead

Darius Ishaku reiterated that, if the Federal Government doesn’t act quickly and fast the already deteriorated security situation in the country will be further worsened thereby making it highly impossible for the citizens of the country to go about their usual businesses without being maimed.

In his remark, the Governor of Benue state Simon Ortom reiterated his resolve in making sure that what happened in his state does not happen again, averring that, all possible measures have been taken to protect the people of his state and categorically stated he will never be intimidated on what he feels is the best for his people.

Governor Ortom condoled the government and people of the state on the death of young, vibrant and promising legislator, late Barr. Hosea Ibi, saying that the late member contributed positively to the enactment of law that has banned opened grazing in the state.

He prayed for the repose of his soul and encouraged the deceased family to be strengthen and courageous to accept his passing on in good faith.

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