November 29, (THEWILL) – Governor Monday Okpebholo has lifted the suspension imposed on the Edo State Security Corps in September 2024.
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, had banned the operation of the corps ahead of the Sept. 21, 2024, Gubernatorial Election.
However, a statement issued Friday by Musa Ikhilor, Secretary to the State Government, said the suspension of the ban was aimed at bolstering the security apparatus and ensuring the safety of Edo residents.
The statement read, “In a move to fortify the security architecture of Edo State, the government has lifted the suspension imposed on the Edo State Security Corps in September 2024.
“The decision made by the Governor, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, marks a comprehensive shift in the state’s quest for enhanced safety and security.
“The suspension was initiated by the Inspector General of Police ahead of the Sept. 21, 2024 Gubernatorial Election.
“The suspension was based on the constitutional stipulation that election security is the sole responsibility of the Nigeria Police Force, although it can be assisted by other sister agencies within the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security.
“However, with the successful conduct of the gubernatorial election, the Edo State Government has deemed it necessary to reinstate the security corps.
It added, “All returning officers are required to report to the office of the State Corps Commander or the three zonal offices of the Corps.”
“This directive aims to ensure a seamless transition and the effective deployment of the security corps.”
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