Governor Obaseki Condemns Rape and Murder of UNIBEN Graduate, Orders Swift Action
Glory Adekolure, who had graduated from UNIBEN just this April and was in the process of completing her clearance, was found lifeless near her residence.
Zita Ezechi 
The Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has vehemently condemned the brutal rape and murder of Glory Adekolure, a recent graduate of the University of Benin (UNIBEN). The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting swift action from the state government.
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In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Communications and Orientation, Chris Nehikhare, Governor Obaseki expressed profound sadness and outrage over the senseless crime. Glory Adekolure, who had graduated from UNIBEN just this April and was in the process of completing her clearance, was found lifeless near her residence.
"Gov. Godwin Obaseki has ordered the Commissioner of Police, Funso Adegboye, to fish out the perpetrators of this evil act within the next seven days," Nehikhare stated, reflecting the governor's firm directive to swiftly bring the culprits to justice.
The incident has sparked widespread condemnation and renewed calls for urgent measures to address the escalating cases of gender-based violence in the state.
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Advocates and residents alike have voiced concerns over the safety of women and girls, emphasizing the need for robust actions to ensure their protection and prevent such atrocities from recurring.
