Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has sparked controversy with a high-profile condolence visit to Deputy Senate President Senator Barau Jibrin, following the brutal killing of travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area. The visit, which took place at Jibrin’s Maitama residence in Abuja on Monday, has drawn mixed reactions, with critics questioning whether the governor is prioritizing damage control over justice.
The shocking attack, which saw a mob intercept and gruesomely murder travellers en route to Kano for Sallah celebrations, has ignited nationwide outrage. The victims, reportedly hunters from Kano, were dragged from their vehicle, ransacked, and killed in a scene many have described as a barbaric act of jungle justice.
A statement from Jibrin’s media aide, Ismail Mudashir, confirmed the governor’s visit but did not outline any immediate actions or security measures to prevent future occurrences, further fueling public frustration.
Many Nigerians are now demanding swift government intervention, with some calling for an independent investigation into the incident. Others accuse the Edo government of focusing on political optics instead of tackling the root causes of mob violence in the state.
As tensions escalate, one question remains: Will justice be served, or will this tragedy become another unresolved case of lawlessness in Nigeria?
