A Benin high chief, the Enogie of Eyean community, in Uhunmwode local government of Edo State, Osazuwa Aiweirioghene Iduriase, has canvassed for proper screening of persons being recruited as members of vigilante groups by the different state governments. While applauding the federal and state governments for introducing the vigilante groups for security purposes, the monarch insisted that the governments should carry the traditional rulers along. Recruiting members into vigilante groups without appropriate screening is dangerous. “Before I could recommend a person to be recruited into a vigilante group, I must have known about the person’s background and history.”He continued: “If any vigilante member happens to commit a crime, you will know where to trace the vigilante member to. Benin high chief tasks govt on vigilante groups

Source: Nigerian Tribune April 15, 2021 17:48 UTC