- Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo pledged full compensation for families of 16 hunters killed in Uromi.
- The promise was made during a condolence visit to Torankawa village, accompanied by Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and other officials.
- Okpebholo expressed deep sympathy and committed to providing financial and food assistance to the bereaved families.
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has promised to provide full compensation to the families of the 16 hunters who were tragically killed in Uromi. The governor made this assurance during a heartfelt condolence visit to Torankawa village in the Bunkure Local Government Area, where he was accompanied by Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and other prominent officials. Okpebholo expressed his deepest sympathies and vowed to support the bereaved families with both financial assistance and food aid.
Governor Okpebholo condemned the brutal killings, describing them as senseless, and emphasized that those responsible would be brought to justice. He made it clear that the government would ensure that justice is served for the victims, expressing his firm stance against such acts of violence.
“We will make sure that the perpetrators of this horrific crime are held accountable for their actions,” Okpebholo declared. His words resonated with the grieving community, as they sought justice for the lives lost in the tragic incident.
In response to the killings, hundreds of family members and supporters gathered in Torankawa for a peaceful protest. The protesters marched through the village carrying placards with messages such as “We demand justice for the killings of our people” and “Hunters are not criminals.” The demonstration was peaceful overall, though some protesters, visibly agitated, waved weapons and chanted war songs. Despite the tense atmosphere, local residents managed to keep the situation under control.
Governor Okpebholo’s visit and promise to support the families in their time of grief have been welcomed by the community, as they await justice and hope for the perpetrators to be swiftly brought to trial.
