Governor Okpebholo revives Edo security corps

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has reinstated the state’s security outfit to enhance the protection of lives and property.

The Edo State Security Corps was suspended by Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun in September 2024, ahead of the state’s last governorship election.

In a statement by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, Senator Okpebholo explained that the decision to lift the ban was aimed at strengthening the state’s security framework and safeguarding residents.

“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, which was initiated by the Inspector General of Police ahead of the September 21 2024 Gubernatorial Election, was based on the constitutional stipulation that election security is the sole responsibility of the Nigeria Police Force, assisted by other sister agencies within the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES).

“However, with the successful conduct of the gubernatorial election, the Edo State Government has deemed it necessary to reinstate the Security Corps. This move aims to bolster the state’s security apparatus and ensure the safety of its citizens.

“As part of the reinstatement process, all returning officers are required to report to the office of the State Corps Commander or their respective zonal offices (North, Central, South) of the Corps.

“This directive aims to ensure a seamless transition and the effective deployment of the Security Corps,” Itua said.