Gov Okpebholo Suspends Public Safety Response Team

Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, has ordered the indefinite suspension of the Public Safety Response Team (PSRT) headed by Kelly Okungbowa following a series of allegations of harassment, extortion and unruly behaviours by members of the team.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Musa Ikhilor.

According to the SSG, a thorough review of the team’s structure and operations, particularly recruitment processes and training of its personnel would be conducted to ensure that all government-sanctioned activities in the state reflect the highest standard of professionalism, fairness, orderliness and respect for human dignity.