Uromi killing

JUST IN: ‘We Are At The Mercy Of The Police’— Uromi Residents Decry Indiscriminate Arrests, Extortion Following Mob Killings

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Map of Edo State, Nigeria

Fear and uncertainty continue to grip Uromi, a week after a violent mob lynched 16 northern travelers accused of being kidnappers. As normalcy gradually returns, residents are raising concerns over alleged indiscriminate arrests and extortion by security operatives,… ‘We Are At The Mercy Of The Police’— Uromi Residents Decry Indiscriminate Arrests, Extortion Following Mob Killings … Read more

JUST IN: Police React As Officer Threatens To Kill Southerners In North

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Police Roadblocks Not Meant To Intimidate Anybody - Adejobi

The Public Relations Officer of the Nigerian Police Force, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has vowed to take necessary action after a police officer in Kaduna State, Hadaina Hussaini Dan-Taki, threatened to retaliate the killing of some northerners in Edo State. Henzodaily reports that… Police React As Officer Threatens To Kill Southerners In North …C0NTINUE READING HERE … Read more

JUST IN: DSS Operatives Arrest Two Principal Suspects Involved In Death Of 16 Northerners In Uromi

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DSS Occupies SERAP's Abuja Office

The Department of State Security (DSS) have arrested two principal suspects allegedly involved in the killing of 16 Nigerians of Northern origin in Uromi, Esan North-East local government area of Edo State. Henzodaily learnt that the Edo State governor’s media office, in a… DSS Operatives Arrest Two Principal Suspects Involved In Death Of 16 Northerners … Read more

JUST IN: “I Placed Security Above All, And It Is A Priority” – Gov Okpebholo

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Governor Okpebholo Meets With Senate Deputy President Over Uromi Killings, Gives Update On Suspects

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to security, emphasizing that tackling crime remains his top priority. Speaking in an interview shared by Vanguard, the governor highlighted significant strides in curbing… “I Placed Security Above All, And It Is A Priority” – Gov Okpebholo …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>>>

JUST IN: “Okpebholo Cannot Continue To Enjoy The Benefits Of Being Governor While Shirking Responsibility” – PDP

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Governor Okpebholo Orders Full Investigation Into Killing Of Seven In Uromi

The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly criticized Governor Monday Okpebholo, accusing him of enjoying the privileges of his office while failing to take responsibility for the state’s security crisis. The party condemned his alleged attempt… “Okpebholo Cannot Continue To Enjoy The Benefits Of Being Governor While Shirking Responsibility” – … Read more

JUST IN: FG Launches Manhunt As Nationwide Outrage Erupts Over Lynching Of 16 Edo Travellers

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FG Launches Manhunt As Nationwide Outrage Erupts Over Lynching Of 16 Edo Travellers

The brutal murder of 16 travellers in Uromi, Edo State, has ignited widespread condemnation from President Bola Tinubu and various state governors. While the President has ordered a manhunt to track down those responsible, other leaders have joined the call for justice. Fatal… FG Launches Manhunt As Nationwide Outrage Erupts Over Lynching Of 16 Edo … Read more