The Edo State Police Command has strongly condemned alleged attack on one of its officers by a group of unruly individuals.
The Command in a statement by it’s Spokesman, CSP Moses Yamu, disclosed that the officer (name withheld), was attacked at Upper Sakponb area of Benin City, between Thursday night and early hours of Friday, July 11, 2025.
He described the unprovoked attack as a condemnable senseless act of violence.
“Such a senseless act of violence against a law enforcement officer who was carrying out his lawful duty is both unacceptable and criminal.
“The Command is committed to maintaining peace, law, and order in our communities, and we will not tolerate any form of assault on our personnel.
“Attacking a police officer is an attack on the rule of law and the safety of all citizens.
“Let it be clearly understood: anyone who takes the law into their own hands by attacking security personnel will face the full force of the law,” he said.
Yamu, however, debunked the alleged loss of life “as mischievously reported on social media”.
He added that calm has been restored in the area, as investigations are already underway to unravel the cause of the incident, identify and apprehend those involved in this ugly incident.
Meanwhile, the State Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, has called on parents, guardians, community leaders, and youth organisations to educate their wards on the importance of respecting law enforcement officials and cooperating with security agencies for the good of society.
Agbonika added that the Command remains committed to protecting lives and property, and we will continue to discharge our duties with professionalism and integrity.
“However, we will not hesitate to take decisive action against anyone who threatens the safety of our officers or undermines the authority of the Police or any law enforcement agency,” Agbonika warned.
