Edo State government has announced the immediate ban on the use of all premises of public schools, roads and other public places for social events.
The ban was contained in a press statement signed by the commissioner for communication and orientation, Paul Ohonbamu.
The commissioner said government frowned at the behaviour of users of public places for social events and would not accept the practice in a civilised society.
According to Ohonbamu, by our ancestry as Edo people, we have always shown the example of public order and decency, which others have emulated over the years, and this administration, is determined to make Edo a model of magnificence and beauty once again.
“Government therefore frown at the behavior of users of public places for social events and would not accept the practice in a civilized society as ours and would therefore not condone it forthwith,” he said.
He however warned against violation of government directive, as offenders would be dealt with in accordance with extant laws just as he urged all agencies of government to enforce compliance.
IDRIS UMAR MOMOH, BENIN
