The Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has ordered the immediate and indefinite suspension of the Okumagbe of Uwano Kingdom in Agenebode, Etsako East Local Government Area, Dr George Oshiapi Egabor, over worsening cases of kidnappings and killings in his domain.
The directive was contained in a statement on Monday by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, who said the measure was part of efforts to restore peace and security to the troubled area.