Breaking: Governor Okpebholo Freezes State Funds, Cracks Down On Cult Violence With 48-Hour Ultimatum

Breaking: Governor Okpebholo Freezes State Funds, Cracks Down On Cult Violence With 48-Hour Ultimatum

On Thursday, Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, ordered the immediate freezing of all state bank accounts. The governor instructed banks, ministry leaders, and government agencies to comply with this directive, warning that violations would result in severe penalties.…….CONTINUE READING 

Additionally, Governor Okpebholo directed the Commissioner of Police to put an end to the ongoing cult-related violence within 48 hours.

Chief Press Secretary Fred Itua confirmed these actions in a series of statements. The governor emphasized strict compliance, stating that no funds should be withdrawn from state accounts until further notice.

Governor Okpebholo also announced the renaming of the Ministry of Roads and Bridges to the Ministry of Works, criticizing the previous administration’s lack of infrastructure development.