Okpebholo says Edo security agencies should reach threats within five minutes

Summary

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo says his administration is working to help security agencies respond to threats anywhere in the state within five minutes.

Highlights

• He made the remark during a service at Living Faith Church in Benin City, via his Chief Press Secretary Patrick Ebojele.
• Okpebholo said Edo would be safer within the next month and that security would remain a top priority.
• He said dedicated emergency numbers would soon be released for people in distress to request immediate help.
• The governor said the plan is aimed at tackling kidnapping, robbery and other criminal activity across the state.