The lawmaker representing Edo North in the Senate, Adams Oshiomhole, has applauded the death penalty for kidnappers and bandits proposed by the Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo.
Naijaonpoint reports that Oshiomhole shared his approval while speaking at the flag-off of the Edo North Senatorial District local government election campaign held at the Public Field in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State.
He asserted that civil liberties had been restored in Edo State under Governor Okpebholo’s administration, adding that only criminals had reason to fear the state.
“I stand here to completely endorse the declaration by 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 punished by death through firing squad,” he said.
He also reiterated his support for the creation of state police, saying it would complement the Nigeria Police Force’s efforts to tackle insecurity.
Also speaking, Governor Okpebholo said his administration remained committed to the development and well-being of Edo people, noting that several projects had been initiated across the state.
He said the government had embarked on major infrastructure projects, including roads, schools and markets, aimed at improving residents’ lives.
“We have embarked on massive infrastructural development in the state, including roads, schools, markets and others. These achievements were not there in the past, but this administration has made them possible,” the governor said.
He also commended President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, arguing that the policy had increased resources available to state governments for development projects.
“The removal of fuel subsidy has provided more funds for governors across the country to develop their states. This is the money we are using as a government to develop Edo State through massive road construction, schools and other infrastructure projects,” he said.
The governor said the campaign was an opportunity to introduce the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates to voters and urged party supporters to work towards delivering 2.5 million votes for President Tinubu in the 2027 general election.
He also commended the completion of rehabilitation work on the Auchi-Ekpoma-Benin Road, describing it as a major achievement of the Tinubu administration.
Okpebholo urged party members to mobilise support, campaign effectively and ensure victory for APC candidates in the forthcoming local government election.
