Uromi Mob Killings: Okpebholo Suspends ESSC Commander, Bans All Illegal Vigilante Groups
Olufemi Orunsola
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo has announced the suspension of the Commander, Edo State Security Corps (ESSC), CP. Friday Ibadin (Rtd.) over the gruesome killing of some travellers at Uromi in Esan North East Local Government Area of the state on Thursday, March 27th, 2025, ordering an immediate ban of all illegal vigilante groups in the state.
OPEN TELEVISION NAIJA (OTN) News reports as gathered that the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Musa Ikhilor, Esq. made this disclosure in a press statement made available to newsmen in Benin-City on Sunday, notifying the general public after a review of the preliminary report of the unfortunate incident at Uromi.
The SSG in the statement reiterated that the local vigilante group involved in the gruesome killing on that day was operating illegally as it was never profiled or registered with Edo State Security Corps.
The statement furthered reads: “Its actions do not reflect the core values, character and principles of the Okpebholo administration, or the objectives of the corps as enshrined in the Edo State Security Corps Governance Law.
"Investigations into the killings are on-going and fourteen (14) persons have been arrested so far, while there is an intense manhunt for others involved in the gruesome killing by a special team set up by the Inspector General of Police.
“The government of Edo State reiterates its belief in the constitutionally guaranteed rights of citizens to move freely or engage in lawful business in any part of the country.
“In the meantime, the government is in touch with families of the victims, community leaders and the government of Kano State where most of the deceased are reported to hail from.
The statement concludes, "We urge all parties involved to remain calm as the state government remains committed to ensuring that justice is done in a most efficient, transparent and proactive manner.”
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