Protest in Edo Communities Alleging Plan to Withdraw Security Personnel
Allegations of a plan to remove security personnel deployed by the state government have sparked protests in over twenty-two communities in Nikorogha, Ovia South West Local Government Area of Edo State.
The residents, predominantly Ijaw-speaking, expressed that the presence of security personnel has significantly improved the living conditions in their communities.
During the protest, the demonstrators, carrying placards with messages like "Come to our aid Mr. Governor" and "We need peace for our businesses in Nikorogha," voiced concerns about rising incidents of armed robbery and assaults on women.
Chairman of Nikorogha community, Friday Benson, urged Governor Godwin Obaseki to maintain and reinforce the security presence in their area.
He lauded the governor for his efforts in promot...