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By Beifoh Osewele
Commissioner for Public Security and Safety, Mr. Festus Odianose Ebea, has vowed to ensure the safety, security and resilience of Edo State through coordinated action, technology and inclusive governance.
Mr. Ebea, former deputy speaker of the state House of Assembly, who unveiled his agenda when he formally assumed duties at the ministry, emphasised the importance of collective effort in achieving Governor Monday Okpebholo’s vision for a safe and secure Edo State, which according to him, is crucial for socioeconomic progress, peace and development.
He urged staff to redouble their commitment to duty at all times, assuring them of government’s commitment to providing necessary tools for optimum public security and safety.
On assumption of office, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Security and Safety, Mrs. Queeneth Orebedo, briefed him on the ministry’s vision, mission and mandate, while congratulating him on his appointment. The staff, through the permanent secretary, expressed readiness to work with him towards fulfilling the government’s commitment to ensuring citizens’ safety and well-being.
Earlier in the day, the commissioner hosted the Executive Secretary of Edo State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), Jerry Idahosa.
The Commissioner assured him of a robust working synergy among affiliates of the ministry and promised a stakeholders’ interface sooner.
Mr Idahosa pledged his loyalty to work with him. The Commissioner also visited key departments and agencies, including the Solomon Arase Command and Control Centre (C3), Mini Command and Control Post and Edo State Fire Service and directed the respective departments to evolve measures to align with the SHINE agenda of Okpebholo’s administration.
At the Solomon Arase Command and Control Centre, Ebea was briefed on the facility’s potential and challenges. He later visited the state fire service and the mini command control post and directed the officer-in-charge to ensure controlled vehicular parking in the compound to mitigate security and safety concerns.
Observers said Ebea’s resumption marks a new chapter in the ministry’s efforts to enhance public security and safety in Edo State.
His leadership and vision are expected to drive meaningful progress in the state’s safety and security landscape.
