Okpeholo Mourns Ex-IGP Arase

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has mourned the death of a former Inspector-General of Police, Dr. Solomon Ehigiator Arase.

​Okpebholo, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, described the late IGP as a patriotic Nigerian and an illustrious Edo son whose contributions to the country’s security architecture were immeasurable.

“We have lost a great mind, a dedicated public servant, and an exceptional leader.

“Dr. Arase was a man of integrity and honour who served our nation with distinction, rising to the pinnacle of his career through sheer hard work and dedication,” the statement read.

​The Governor highlighted Arase’s distinguished career in the Nigeria Police Force, noting that his tenure as the 18th Inspector-General of Police was marked by significant reforms and commitment to professionalism and community policing.

“His legacy of service will be remembered for generations. He was a beacon of hope and a source of inspiration to many young police officers and aspiring leaders,” the Governor added.

​Okpebholo extends his deepest sympathies to the Arase family and the entire Nigeria Police Force.

“While we mourn his passing, we take solace in the fact that he lived a life of purpose, impacting positively on all who came in contact with him,” he said.

​He prayed for the peaceful repose of the soul of the departed and for Almighty God to grant his family the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.