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The Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria (CSSLN) has strongly condemned the lynching of 16 northern travelers in Uromi, Edo State, describing the act as horrific and a serious violation of human rights.
In a statement released on Monday and signed by CSSLN Chairman and Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Adebo Ogundoyin, the speakers denounced the mob violence, stressing that it undermines the rule of law and poses a threat to societal stability.
“The CSSLN strongly condemns the horrific lynching of 16 northern travelers who were, on transit, accused of possessing dane guns (local firearms),” Ogundoyin stated.
“These individuals were tragically killed by a mob in Uromi, Edo State, on Friday, March 28, 2025.
“The actions of the so-called Vigilante group members responsible are barbaric and unjustifiable.
“Such extrajudicial killings undermine the rule of law and contribute to the erosion of societal values.
“We commend the prompt response of the Edo State government and security agencies in addressing the situation, but we urge them to intensify efforts to ensure that those responsible for this heinous act are swiftly identified, arrested, and prosecuted in accordance with the law.”
The CSSLN also called for greater oversight of state-backed community policing efforts to prevent abuse of power.
“It is essential to ensure that these local security operatives operate with professionalism, respect for human rights, and in line with the rule of law. Effective oversight will safeguard the integrity of these initiatives and ensure they do not become instruments of injustice.”
