Uromi Massacre: How Illegal Vigilante Groups Unleash Terror, Claim 16 Lives In Edo

The Edo State government is on top of the security situation arising from the mob killings of innocent Nigerians at Uromi. The government has long banned all illegal vigilante groups operating in the state.

Governor Monday Okpebholo therefore ordered security agencies to take firm action against the groups. He has also suspended the Commander of the Edo State Security Corps, CP. Friday Ibadin (Rtd.), pending further investigations.

“The local vigilante group involved in the killings was never profiled or registered with the Edo State Security Corps,” and “Its actions do not reflect the principles of the Okpebholo administration”.

So far, 14 suspects have been arrested. A special police team set up by the Inspector General of Police is hunting others involved in the attack.

The Senator Okpehbholo led State government is assuring residents that justice would be served. It urged the public to remain calm while security agencies work to restore order.