Edo Governor pledges justice, compensation for families of slain hunters

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has assured the families of the 16 hunters killed in Uromi that they will receive full compensation and support from the government.

During a condolence visit to Torankawa in Bunkure Local Government Area, Governor Okpebholo, accompanied by Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and other dignitaries, pledged financial assistance and food aid to the grieving families.

Condemning the killings, Okpebholo vowed that justice would be served, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to holding the perpetrators accountable and ensuring the safety of citizens.

“We will ensure that justice is served on those responsible for this heinous act,” he stated.

Meanwhile, hundreds of family members and supporters took to the streets in a peaceful protest, carrying placards with various inscriptions such as “We demand justice for the killings of our people,” “Hunters are not criminals,” and “We demand the speedy dispensation of justice in this matter.”

Protesters thronged the road leading to Torankawa village, voicing their demands. Many hunters, armed with their hunting weapons, joined the peaceful demonstration.

Similarly, other placards bore inscriptions such as “Killings in the North must stop,” “Northerners are peace-loving citizens,” and “Justice must prevail.”

Some hunters, visibly agitated, chanted war songs, brandishing weapons as the governor’s convoy passed, while local residents kept the situation under control.