The Governor of Edo State, Senate Monday Okpebholo has ordered the indefinite suspension of the Edo Public Safety Response Team headed by Kelly Okungbowa.
The decision by the State Governor is occasioned by several complaints received by the State Government on allegations of extortion, harassment and unruly behaviour by members of the Team.
According to the State Governor, The Government remains committed to upholding law and order in the State and will not tolerate any deviation from the original purpose for which the Team was set up, which is to help maintain public order, assist in protecting public infrastructure and curb illegal activities like street trading and illegal parking in our communities.
He also said, a thorough review of the team’s structure and operations particularly recruitment processes and training of its personnel will be conducted to ensure that all government sanctioned activities in the State reflect the highest standard of professionalism, fairness, orderliness and respect for human dignity.
