Davidson Ogbebor

Uselu- The Chairman of Egor Local Government Council, Hon. Osaro Osa Eribo, has strengthened security operations in the area with the presentation of 12 motorcycles and a Toyota Sienna operational van to security agencies.

At the presentation ceremony, the Edo State Security Corps (ESSC), Egor Command received the 12 motorcycles and the Sienna van to enhance patrol, surveillance and rapid response, while the Nigerian Police Force, Ugbowo Division also benefited from the intervention aimed at improving security across the local government.

Speaking at the event, Eribo said the initiative reflects his administration’s commitment to protecting lives and property, noting that the prevailing security challenges across the country require local governments to complement the efforts of the Edo State Government in ensuring public safety.

He said the intervention aligns with the security agenda of Governor Monday Okpebholo, whose administration has continued to prioritise the protection of lives and property across the state.

According to the chairman, the operational vehicles will improve emergency response, strengthen surveillance and enhance the operational capacity of security agencies in tackling crime and maintaining law and order in Egor.

Also speaking, the Head of Local Government Administration (HOLGA), Mr. Richard Edenamigho, commended the council chairman for the initiative and praised Governor Okpebholo for his sustained investment in security.

Edenamigho described security as a fundamental requirement for development, noting that although Egor has not recorded any major violent crime in recent times, the proactive measures introduced by both the state and local governments would further consolidate the prevailing peace and protect residents and businesses.

Responding on behalf of the Edo State Security Corps, Egor Command, the Coordinator, Mr. Omusi Omoregie, expressed appreciation to the council chairman for the support, assuring that the motorcycles and operational van would be effectively deployed for patrols, intelligence gathering, crime prevention and other security operations within the local government.

The presentation, observers say, reinforces the Egor Local Government Council’s commitment to partnering with security agencies to sustain peace, improve public safety and support the Edo State Government’s efforts to combat crime across the state.