Edo Police Commissioner Sacked Following Uromi Killings

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has removed Betty Enekpen Isokpan Otimenyin from her position as Commissioner of Police for Edo State.

The development follows the tragic killing of 16 Hausa-Fulani travellers in Uromi, Esan North-East Local Government Area, on March 27, 2025.

As replacement is Monday Agbonika.

Betty Otimenyin was appointed as the 49th Commissioner of Police in Edo State on January 16, 2025, succeeding Peter Umoru Ozigi, who retired on January 25, 2025.

A statement signed by the PSC’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani, said that Monday Agbonika, who previously served as the Commissioner of Police (Mounted Troop) and Force Equitation Officer at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, will now take charge in Edo State.

During his posting interview, PSC Chairman DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd) instructed Agbonika to take a proactive approach to tackling crime across the state.

The new Commissioner was specifically directed to address the recent Uromi killings and restore public confidence in the police.

“You have to sit up and also work to win the confidence of the people, consult relevant stakeholders, and always document every incident and action taken, ensuring those who should be informed are properly updated on your actions,” the PSC leadership stated.