Addressing the media after inspecting the damaged house of the his Commissioner for Youths and Sports, Hon. Damian Lawani by unknown gun men , Governor Obaseki called on authority to take the revelation of his deputy Mr Philip Shaibu serious over the existence of assassins imported into Edo state.
OBSERVERS TIMES earlier reported
The Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, has alleged that some unknown men are currently in Edo State to assassinate some high-profile personalities in the state.
He stated this during a press conference in Benin City, the capital of Edo State on Saturday.
The Deputy Governor said President Muhammadu Buhari should rise to the occasion and call the security agencies to “do their work ”
He said the state will not be a theatre of war if these things are dealt with.
We have intelligence that some individuals are in Edo state and their assignment is to come and assassinate some known individuals in the state.
“So I am hereby bringing to the notice of the general public that these people are in town and we’ve communicated to the security agencies about their activities and why they are in town.
“For us, we will continue to appeal to our people not to look for trouble; not to disturb any program,” adding that they are law-abiding and have a duty to protect lives and properties.
Edo state commissioner for youths Escaped Assassination attempt on his life. Gov Obaseki paid a visit. pic.twitter.com/aQGX7tvihR
— Comr. Austin Okai (@Austinokai) August 10, 2020
