Operatives of the Department of State Security (DSS) have arrested two principal suspects involved in the killing of 16 Nigerians of Northern extraction in Uromi, Esan North East local government area of Edo State.
The suspects were arrested by the DSS in Uromi following credible intelligence. Operatives of various security agencies are hunting for other key suspects involved in the unfortunate incidents.
During a condolence visit in Kano State, Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, had revealed that 14 suspects had already been arrested in connection with the killing.
Governor Okpebholo, who visited the state to condole with the government and families of the victims, had vowed that justice would be served and those involved in the killing would be brought to justice.
Governor Okpebholo had also assured families of the victims that adequate compensation would be paid.
In the latest development, the two principal suspects arrested by officials of the DSS have been transferred to Abuja, the nation’s capital, for further interrogation and prosecution by the relevant authorities.
