The Edo State High Court in Benin has issued a restraining order today, Thursday, September 12, 2024, preventing the Inspector General of Police (IGP) and his agents from arresting Dr. Kelly Inedegbor, the Executive Chairman of Esan North East Local Government Area.
This ruling comes as another local government chairman in Edo State is shielded from arrest by the police, signaling a victory for the people’s will over federal interference in the electoral process.
More details to follow.