Oshomhole supports Governor Okpebholo’s proposal that kidnappers and bandits face firing squads

Senator Adams Oshiomhole who represents Edo North, supports Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State’s call for the death penalty for kidnappers and bandits.

Oshiomhole gave his views on the matter while addressing party supporters at the Edo North Senatorial District local government election campaign flag-off event, held at the Public Square in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area of ​​Edo State.

According to a statement by Patrick Ebojele, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Okpebholo, Oshiomhole hailed the sanity restored by the Okpebholo administration.

“I stand here to fully support the declaration of the governor of Edo State that we are in a federation where every state has the right to enact laws on punishment when it comes to state offences. So kidnappers and bandits will be put to death by firing squad,” he said.

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Oshiomhole also commended Governor Okpebholo for rebuilding the more than 200-year-old market in Jattu, describing it as an important part of the history and economic life of Edo North.

Oshiomhole said Jattu Market remained a major trading center where people from various communities gathered to exchange goods and services.

“When I was little I wove and sold baskets at this market. All the people in Edo North came here on market day to trade various commodities,” he said.

He said the reconstruction would preserve the history of the market while creating a safer and more comfortable environment for traders.

“I would like to correct critics who question the cost of the project. If they calculate the volume of reinforced concrete used on each floor, they will understand that the project is worth the investment,” added Oshiomhole.