The Edo Government on Tuesday, reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring safety and security in the state, adding that concrete actions were producing results in combating kidnapping and other criminal activities.
This is contained in a statement signed by Dr. Patrick Ebojele, Chief Press Secretary to Gov Monday Okpbeholo in Benin.
He said that the governor made this known, while addressing public concerns on security.
Okpebholo said that his administration has made massive investments in modern security apparatus, intelligence gathering, and inter-agency collaboration, to combat criminal elements.
The governor also reiterated the state government’s respect for citizens’ constitutional right to peaceful protest,
He, however, warned against attempts by unscrupulous individuals or groups, to exploit public sentiments to destabilise the peace and security of the state.
“This administration will not allow criminals or their sponsors to take Edo 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 he said
He urged residents to remain calm and be law-abiding.
The Governor reaffirmed his determination to win the battle against crime, and restore peace in the State, calling on citizens to support security agencies.
“The Edo State Government remains committed to building a safe, peaceful, and prosperous state,” he said.
