Following the protest at Ekpoma over the killing of a student by kidnappers, which later turned violent, the Edo State Government has reassured residents of the state of its strong commitment to the safety and security of lives and property, declaring that decisive measures are already yielding results in the fight against kidnapping, cultism, and other criminal activities.
Senator Monday Okpebholo stated this while addressing growing public concerns over security, emphasising that his administration has made massive investments in modern security apparatus, intelligence gathering, and inter-agency collaboration to confront criminal elements head-on.
In a release signed by his chief security officer, Dr Patrick Akhere Ebojele
The Governor affirmed that the issue of kidnapping is being seriously and strategically addressed, noting that security operations are ongoing across the state.
“While reiterating the government’s respect for the constitutional right of citizens to peaceful protest, Governor Okpebholo warned against attempts by unscrupulous individuals or groups to exploit public sentiments to destabilise the peace and security of the state.
Saying that “This administration will not allow criminals or their sponsors to take Edo State hostage. Anyone involved in kidnapping, cultism, or any form of criminality will be tracked down and brought to justice. There will be no hiding place for perpetrators.”
