He emphasized that every Nigerian has the fundamental right to travel and reside freely in any part of the country without fear of harm or persecution.
The President reiterated his administration’s commitment to upholding the rule of law, stressing that jungle justice and extrajudicial killings have no place in a civilized society.
He called on community leaders, security agencies, and citizens to work together to prevent the recurrence of such incidents.
Furthermore, President Tinubu commended the swift intervention of Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and traditional leaders in Uromi for their efforts in calming tensions and preventing further violence in the community.
He assured Nigerians that the government remains resolute in its mission to maintain peace and protect all law-abiding citizens across the nation.
The incident in Uromi has sparked widespread concern, with human rights advocates and security analysts calling for improved oversight and regulation of local vigilante groups to prevent unlawful killings and ensure justice for victims of such tragedies.
The security agencies have pledged to act swiftly in line with the President’s directive to bring those responsible to book.