the Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has ordered the immediate suspension of all illegal vigilante groups operating under whatever guise in the State.

The governor also suspended the Commander of the Edo State Security Corps, CP Friday Ibadin (Rtd.).

According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the Edo State government, Umar Ikhilor, the action of the governor follows information of the General Public, following review of the preliminary report of the unfortunate incident at Uromi in Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State on Thursday involving the gruesome killing of some travelers.

The Government of Edo State reiterated its belief in the constitutionally guaranteed rights of citizens to move freely or engage in lawful business in any part of the country.

It added that in the meantime, the government is in touch with families of the victims, community leaders and the Government of Kano State where most of the deceased are reported to hail from.