✕ CLOSE Online Special City News Entrepreneurship Environment Factcheck Everything Woman Home Front Islamic Forum Life Xtra Property Travel & Leisure Viewpoint Vox Pop Women In Business Art and Ideas Bookshelf Labour Law Letters
Click Here To Listen To Trust Radio Live

Umahi inaugurates vigilante groups after court banned Ebubeagu

Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State has inaugurated two vigilante groups to complement the efforts of security agencies in protecting the lives and property of residents of the state.

This is coming four days after a high court banned the Ebubeagu security outfit in the state.

The two vigilantes are Ebonyi State Vigilante Corps and the defunct Neighbourhood Watch, which earlier came into existence in 2016.

SPONSOR AD

A Federal High Court in Abakaliki presided by Justice Fatun Riman, disbanded Ebubeagu because its establishment was illegal.

Not all election operations require cash – INEC boss

FG cashless policy, impacts and miseries among Nigerians

Umahi also condemned the recent attitude of some youths who on Thursday staged a peaceful protest against the court’s order disbanding the Ebubeagu outfit.

He said, “The judgment of the court remains the judgment of the court, and this is the court of first instance; we still have the appeal court and we still have the Supreme Court to be used to address any envisaged injustice.”

Justice Riman had in the ruling on Tuesday, February 14, ordered the Nigeria Police and the Department of State Security (DSS) to arrest and prosecute anyone found bearing arms in the name of Ebubeagu security outfit in the state.

The governor’s reaction came during a broadcast to the people of Ebonyi State on the issues of peace and security in the state including free and fair elections on 25 February and March 11 polls.

 

Sponsored

Discover the latest trends on Temu! Shop mobile phones, fashion, beauty, home essentials & more. Start exploring now!


Click here to learn how it works.

Sponsored

Unlock AI's potential! Get top prompts for content, blogs, social media, research, draft proposals and more. Boost creativity start using AI tools today!


Click here to learn how it works.

Sponsored

Start Affiliate Marketing Today! Learn step-by-step how to set up a blog, find programs, create links, and earn money—beginner-friendly guide inside!


Click here to learn how it works.

Sponsored

Join our FREE WEBINAR! Discover the 3-step formula to turn WhatsApp into a cash-generating machine. Sign up now and start earning!"


Click here to learn how it works.

Sponsored

Master Facebook Ads! Learn to set up Business Manager, run campaigns, optimize budgets, and drive sales. Start your journey to ad success today!"


Click here to learn how it works.

Sponsored

Unlock your confidence and attract the love you deserve! Learn how to become irresistible to women—start your transformation today!"


Click here to learn how it works.

Join Daily Trust WhatsApp Community For Quick Access To News and Happenings Around You.