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Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo has spoken on his recent warning to Peter Obi on seeking security clearance before visiting the state.
Clarifying his comment in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, on Sunday, Okpebholo said his words were not a threat but a directive on issues of protocol.
According to him, there are moral and spiritual issues to giving, which are not supposed to be issues for publicity.
“As the Chief Security Officer of Edo State, it is the Governor’s constitutional responsibility to safeguard the lives and property of all residents and visitors alike.
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“This duty includes ensuring that adequate security measures are put in place during high-profile visits or events that may attract large crowds or media attention.
“When such protocols are ignored, it creates serious security vulnerabilities, not only for the visitor but also for citizens who may be caught in avoidable threats.
“Governor Okpebholo’s position is particularly relevant in light of the rising attacks and abductions of religious leaders, especially Catholic priests and Christian clerics,” he said.
