ALGON worries over arrest of Edo LG chairman, demands release

The Chairman Edo State Chapter of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria  (ALGON), Newman Ugiagbe, on Tuesday, condemned the arrest of their colleague and chairman Esan West Local Government Council,  Collins Aigbogun.

Briefing newsmen in Benin at the Edo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Secretariat, Ugiagbe said the assault and arrest of the Esan West Local Government Council Chairman, Collins Aigbogun, is a violation of democratic principles and the rule of law.

“ALGON urgently calls upon the relevant security agencies,  including the Attorney General,  Commissioner of Police Edo State,  AIG Zone 5, and all concerned security authorities to take immediate action in investigating and bringing the perpetrators of this heinous act to justice,” Ugiagbe said.

“It is disheartening to note that the All Progressives Congress (APC) appears to be resorting to violence and intimidation tactics, including unwarranted attacks on PDP members.

“Such unprovoked assaults must be addressed swiftly to prevent further harm and ensure a free and fair electoral process.”

The ALGON boss called on all stakeholders,  political parties, and security agencies to work together to safeguard the rights and safety of all citizens during the governorship election in Edo.

“We urge the authorities to prioritize the investigation of this assault and hold the culprits accountable for their actions,” he said.

“Violence has no place in our democratic society, and we must all strive to uphold  the principles  of justice and equality  for the benefit of all we demand the immediate release  of Hon. Collins Aigbogun,  Chairman of Esan West Local Government Council,  who is the complainant  but suddenly being victimized by the police from Force Headquarters in Abuja.”