EDO GOVERNOR SUSPENDS PUBLIC SAFETY RESPONSE TEAM


BY OSARIEMEN IDIAGHE 


Edo State Governor, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo has ordered the indefinite suspension of the Public Safety Response Team (PSRT) headed by Kelly Okungbowa.



The suspension was contained in a statement signed by Secretary to the state Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor which was made available to newsmen in Benin City. 


The statement said 

the  decision  by the state Government is occasioned by several complaints received on allegations of extortion, harassment and unruly behaviour by members of the Team.



It added that 

the Government remains committed to upholding law and order and will not tolerate any deviation from the original purpose for which the Team was set up, which is to help maintain public order, assist in protecting public infrastructure and curb illegal activities like street trading and illegal parking in our communities.



"A thorough review of the Team’s structure and operations, particularly recruitment processes and training of its personnel will be conducted to ensure that all government-sanctioned activities in the State reflect the highest standard of professionalism, fairness, orderliness and respect for human dignity."

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