Edo PDP demands release of students remanded after protest
Dan Osa-Ogbegie of the Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has called for the immediate release of Ambrose Alli University students remanded over their alleged involvement in a protest in Ekpoma. The PDP criticised the state government’s handling of security and accused it of targeting peaceful protesters instead of addressing criminal activity. The party expressed solidarity with the students and residents, insisting the protest was lawful and constitutionally protected. The PDP also condemned the continued detention of the students and described it as oppressive and unlawful.
Key takeaways
- Dan Osa-Ogbegie, PDP Publicity Secretary, demanded the unconditional release of the detained students.
- The PDP criticised the APC-led Edo State Government under Governor Monday Okpebholo for poor security management in Ekpoma.
- The party alleged that the government is using state power against peaceful citizens instead of tackling criminal gangs.
- The protest in Ekpoma was reportedly hijacked by hoodlums, leading to violence and attacks on traders and the palace of the Onojie of Ekpoma, Zaiki Anthony Abumere II.
- The police confirmed that one person was shot by a soldier during the crisis, and the incident is under investigation by military authorities.
