9News Nigeria reporter, Emmalex David Atseyinku calls for the immediate transfer of Edo CP, Agbonika over failure to discipline Gov Okpebholo’s hypeman.
There is a video currently going viral over the conduct and remarks of the aide to the Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo. In the video, Egogo, a hypeman to the governor, boastfully tells the Edo State Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, that he is loyal to him. He also claims that whenever they catch members of ADC in Edo State, they will hand them over to the police. He further makes derogatory remarks about “Obi,” calling him “that idiot.”
The commissioner of police reportedly laughed along with him and failed to rebuke the comment publicly.
These actions have generated widespread reactions. The 9NEWS NIGERIA South-South Bureau Chief, Amb. Emmalex David Atseyinku, responded by calling for the urgent transfer of the Edo State Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, citing his alleged failure to publicly disassociate himself from the remarks directed at him by Egogo, a known hypeman to the Edo State Governor.
Amb. Emmalex said, “The silence of the Commissioner on this matter raises serious concerns about the integrity, neutrality, and professionalism expected of his office. Law enforcement leadership must remain above political influence and public controversy. Any perceived alignment with individuals of questionable character undermines public trust and confidence in the police force.”
He added that, “At a time when citizens rely on the police to uphold justice impartially, the Commissioner’s inaction sends the wrong message and risks eroding the credibility of the institution he represents. A clear and timely repudiation of such comments would have reassured the public of his commitment to ethical standards and independence.”
He concluded that in the absence of such clarification, “it is in the best interest of maintaining public trust, order, and accountability that the Commissioner be transferred to ensure that policing in the state remains free from undue influence and reputational compromise.”
“I urge the appropriate authorities to act swiftly in addressing this matter,” he added.
