News

Gov Okpebholo Vows To Flush Out Criminals From Edo

Published

2 hours ago

Nov 26, 2024.

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo state has vowed to chase criminals out and restore total peace in the state.

The governor made this vow via a statement by his Chief Press Secetretary, Fred Itau, at the swearing-in ceremony of new appointees, held in Government House, Benin City, the Edo State capital.

He said under his watch, criminals will not be allowed to get away with murder or disrupt the relative peace in the State.

The new appointees were Emmanuel Okoebor, who stepped in as Commissioner for Finance, Paddy Iyamu, as Chairman, State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB, and a retired Commissioner of Police, Friday Ibadin, as Coordinator, Edo Security Network.

The governor charged them to use their positions to uplift the State, commending their hard work and dedication and urged them to reposition education, strengthen security, and enhance the treasury to develop Edo State and make it a better place for all.

Edo Election INEC Okpebholo

“You know why you are here and the task ahead of you. You have to use your position to reposition Edo State. Edo should come first in all you do before your personal goals.

“In terms of Education, it was trust that enabled you get to that position, and I believe in your ability and capacity to deliver, and with hard work, I believe you will rebuild our educational system.

“You have been doing this with your personal money, but now is the time to use the resources of the State to move the education sector forward. When we say a new Edo is rising, this is the time to show it.

“I believe retired CP Ibadin is not a pushover in terms of securing Edo people. It is time to pursue criminals and send them out of our land,” he said.

Click here to watch our video of the week: