The Governor of Edo State Senator Monday Okpebholo has directed an immediate review of Operations activities of the state government’s Public Safety Response Team, (PSR).
The Governor also directed the immediate and thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a child at the Oba Ovoramen Square on Wednesday following an unfortunate incident which involved a commercial vehicle driver and members of the Public Safety Response Team.
In a statement by the Special Adviser, Media & Publicity to the Edo State Governor, Bugie Okhuemoi, the State Government said it will ensure that anyone found culpable will fully be held responsible assuring that no life should ever be lost due to negligence or recklessness.
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The statement emphasized Governor Okpebholo’s and his administration’s zero tolerance of any action by any government agent which disrespects, dehumanizes or endangers the lives of citizens assuring that Governance must serve the people and not cause harm.
The State Government noted that a comprehensive review of the team’s structure and operations, particularly in the areas of personnel recruitment, scope of authority and engagement procedures with the public will be conducted.
The review is aimed at ensuring that all government-sanctioned activities reflect the highest standards of professionalism, fairness and respect for human dignity.
The statement also extended the state government’s sincere and heartfelt condolences to the grieving family for their loss and appealed for calm while the government works to address the issue with urgency and sincerity.
On Tuesday the recklessness of some members of the Public Safety Response PSR led to the death of a minor in a video which has now gone viral the lifeless body of the baby was seen on the ground after the PSR member and the bus driver were dragging the steering.
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