Following the public outcry over the gruesome killing of hunters traveling back to the North in Edo State, Governor MONDAY OKPEBHOLO has suspended the Commander of the Edo State Security Corps, CP FRIDAY IBADIN retired, alongside all illegal vigilante groups operating in the state.

Governor OKPEBHOLO reaffirmed the state’s commitment to constitutional rights, including the freedom of movement and lawful business operations for all Nigerians, regardless of their background.

The governor’s action marks a strong stance against illegal security operations, reinforcing efforts to restore public trust in the state’s security framework.

Meanwhile, the Edo State Government noted that it has reached out to the families of the victims, community leaders, and the Kano State Government, as most of the deceased were from Kano. It urged all parties involved to remain calm, assuring them that justice would be swift, transparent, and decisive.