The statement partly read, “My attention has been drawn to the alleged burning to death of a citizen of the state, Madam Martina Okey Itagbor, of Old Netim in Akamkpa Local Government Area of the state by some unscrupulous, wild and criminal-minded youths.
“Governor Bassey Otu finds the allegation, if proven true, to be repulsive and against all civility. Governor Otu notes that Cross River State like all parts of Nigeria is governed by constitutional order, therefore, all forms of brigandage and criminal acts will not be tolerated and will be met with the full weight of the law.
“To this end, I am directing the Commissioner of Police in the state to mobilise all tactical and investigative assets and ensure that the perpetrators of this heinous act are brought to justice.” Otu, who condoled with the family of the deceased and the community, said it was sheer savagery and cowardice for the youths or anybody to take the laws into their hands, especially when a helpless woman was involved.
The governor called on community leaders, religious institutions and civil society organisations to do more in the area of civic education.All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH.
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