.....According to intelligence reports cited by the state Governor, the sealed facilities had become notorious hideouts where cult groups held strategic meetings before launching coordinated attacks across the state, attacks that have resulted in the tragic loss of innocent lives.
Edo State Government has intensified its crackdown on cult-related activities and violent crimes with the sealing of Eterno Hotel and an adjoining event centre in Benin City for allegedly serving as meeting points for cult groups. This decisive move is part of a broader campaign against criminal enclaves in the state.
"If this is true, the needful should be done by the State Government,"Governor Monday Okpebholo stated, emphasizing the administration’s zero tolerance for violence and criminality
In a parallel development, the Edo State Security Task Force today commenced the demolition of several buildings reportedly linked to kidnappings and cult-related violence. Among the structures pulled down was a residential duplex in Benin City that was used as a site for a horrific crime.
The government disclosed that the property was used by an apprehended organ harvester who allegedly abducted, murdered, and harvested the vital organs of a young woman at the location. The disturbing incident further underscores the gravity of crimes being perpetrated in hidden corners of urban areas.
The ongoing demolition and sealing of identified criminal hotspots reflect the government's resolve to rid Edo State of all forms of violence and ensure a safer environment for law-abiding citizens. Security agencies have been tasked with continuing surveillance and intelligence gathering to identify and eliminate similar threats across the state.
As the operation continues, residents are urged to report suspicious activities and cooperate with law enforcement agencies to restore peace and security in the state.
