Nigerian Guild of Editors appeals for immediate release of Donu Kogbara

The Nigerian Guild of Editors, NGE, has appealed to the kidnappers of Vanguard Newspapers Columnist, Donu Kogbara, to release her immediately and unconditionally.
A press statement by the President of the Guild, Garba Deen Muhammad, said that the columnist was a crusader for the truth, the poor and the downtrodden as well as a fighter for a better Nigeria, pointing out that she should not be subjected to such a trauma.
The Guild also called on the security agencies to do all in their power to ensure the safe return of Ms. Kogbara.
The statement reads: “On behalf of the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), I wish to passionately appeal to the kidnappers of our friend Ms. Donu Kogbara who was abducted on Sunday, 30/8/2015, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Donu Kogbara is a columnist with the Vanguard newspaper.
“Those holding Donu should remember that they have mothers, sisters, wives and daughters whom they cherish and protect intensely. Donu is also a mother, wife and sister to other people who care deeply about her. They must not hurt her and should please release her to return to her family immediately.
“As a columnist, Donu has always stood for the truth, the poor and the downtrodden in her approach to national and local issues. It is therefore a big disservice to her that she should be subjected to the traumatic experience of being a victim of kidnapping. We implore her abductors to be humane and to release her unconditionally to continue with her crusade for a better country for all Nigerians.
“On their part the police and other security agencies must take every step necessary to ensure the safe release of Donu Kogbara; and to put in place measures that will guarantee the safety and security of all Nigerians, especially those exposed to higher risks such as journalists.
“To the family of Donu, we want you to know that we feel your pain at this very trying period and we shall continue to work and pray for the safe return of our dear colleague.