Gov Yusuf Demands Compensation as Edo Governor Visits Kano Over Uromi Killings

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has paid a condolence visit to the Kano State Government following the killing of 16 hunters from Kano in Uromi, Edo State last week.

The visit comes amid growing outrage in northern Nigeria over the gruesome attack, allegedly carried out by a vigilante group.

Governor Okpebholo, who met with Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and other top Kano officials at the Kano Government House, expressed deep shock over the killings and assured that his administration was working with security agencies to ensure justice for the victims.

“The perpetrators of this heinous act will not go unpunished. So far, 14 suspects have been arrested, and investigations are ongoing,” Okpebholo stated.

Reports indicate that the victims, mostly from Kano State, were intercepted and burned to death in Uromi, Esan North-East LGA, Edo State by members of a vigilante group.

During the visit, Governor Yusuf demanded justice and urged the Edo State Government to compensate the families of the deceased. He also called on the Federal Government to disclose the identities of those arrested over the killings.

“This tragedy must not be ignored. We expect swift prosecution of the suspects and adequate compensation for the affected families,” Yusuf declared.

Governor Okpebholo reiterated his commitment to protecting all citizens, assuring that investigations would be thorough and transparent to prevent further violence.