In a strong rebuke, President Bola Tinubu has condemned the brutal slaying of traveling hunters by local vigilantes in Uromi, Edo State. Expressing shock at the tragic incident, the President has directed security agencies to launch an immediate and comprehensive manhunt to apprehend those responsible for the heinous act.
In a statement released on Friday, Tinubu's Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, conveyed the President's message. The statement reassured the victims' families that justice will be served, emphasizing that no criminal act will go unpunished under the current administration.
"The President commiserates with the families of the victims and assures them that criminals will not be allowed to shed the blood of innocent Nigerians in vain," the statement read.
Tinubu reiterated that "jungle justice has no place in Nigeria," stressing that every citizen has the constitutional right to move freely within the country without fear of harassment or violence. The President acknowledged the quick intervention of Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, and community leaders in Uromi, praising their efforts to prevent the escalation of unrest in the area.
The directive comes amid growing concerns over rising insecurity and unlawful killings across the country. Tinubu reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that law enforcement agencies bring the perpetrators to justice while strengthening national security measures.
Security operatives have reportedly commenced an investigation to track down those involved in the killings. Authorities are urging residents with useful information to assist in the probe as efforts intensify to restore peace and prevent further acts of violence.
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