Edo Police Detain Eight Suspects Following Murder of Site Engineer in Benin
The Edo Police have detained eight suspects, including community youth chairman Joshua Edo, in connection with the murder of site engineer Efe Ogbeide during a leadership dispute in Obazagbon. The police condemned the violence and promised legal repercussions for the culprits, while civil society groups protested for justice and better protections for individuals with disabilities following Ogbeide’s death.
The Edo Police Command has apprehended eight suspects linked to the alleged murder of Efe Ogbeide, a site engineer, amid a leadership crisis in the Obazagbon Community, Benin. CSP Moses Yamu, the command’s spokesperson, disclosed that Joshua Edo, a community youth chairman, is the primary suspect among those detained.
Other individuals captured include Obayuwana Happy, Uhunwangho Everest, Chidera Umeh, Simon Benjamin, Odion Adagbonyin, Kennedy Ohro, and Osayi Adagbonyin. The suspects were taken into custody by operatives of the Iyekogba Division’s Operation Rescue and Anti-Kidnapping Unit at various locations.
The conflict originated from disputes over community leadership roles, resulting in fatalities and the damage of properties amounting to millions of naira. The Commissioner of Police, Betty Isokpan, condemned the violence and declared that the responsible parties would be held accountable under the law. Isokpan reassured residents of the commitment of security agencies to protect their lives and property.
The killing of Ogbeide has incited outrage among civil society organizations, notably prompting protests by the Network for the Advancement of People with Visible Disabilities and the Edo State Civil Society Organisations. Led by NAPVID Executive Director Melody Omosha, the groups condemned the heinous act, highlighting Ogbeide’s dedication as a site engineer. They emphasized that his deafness may have left him unaware of impending danger and called for justice, as well as enhanced protection for individuals with disabilities in the region.
In summary, the Edo Police Command has detained eight suspects in connection with the murder of Efe Ogbeide, a site engineer, amidst a community leadership crisis. The incident has elicited a strong response from civil rights groups advocating for justice and improved safety for people with disabilities. The Commissioner of Police has expressed a commitment to ensuring accountability for the violent actions causing unrest in the community.
Original Source: punchng.com
