By Editor
Days after the chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Edo State chapter, Dr. Tony Aziegbemi was kidnapped in a commando-like style in Benin City, the state government has assured the people of the state that it has stepped up surveillance and collaborations with the security agencies for his safe release.
According to the release issued by the Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Mr. Chris Nehikhare “The Edo State Government is on top of the issue of the unfortunate kidnapping of the chairman of the state’s chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Tony Aziegbemi.
“The Government is working closely with security agencies to ensure his safe release and return to his family.
“We have also increased surveillance and beefed-up security measures across the state to ensure that these criminal activities are quelled and culprits are brought to justice.
“We encourage residents to go about their lawful businesses without fear and urge them to call the State emergency numbers 112 or 739 to report all suspicious persons or activities within their environs.
“The Government reassures that it is committed to protecting the lives and property of Edo residents and will spare no resources in ensuring that the perpetrators of this dastardly act are apprehended and made to face the full wrath of the law”
Recall that the State PDP chairman, Dr. Tony Aziegbemi was kidnapped on his way home after having a meeting with the state governor on Friday.
This act has generated a lot of criticisms across parties divide in the state as they all joined their voices in prayers calling for his immediate release.