The Edo State Government has banned the use of the premises of public schools, roads and other public places for social events.
The Commissioner and Orientation for the state, Paul Ohonbamu announced the ban on Wednesday. He said that the government would not condone those who flout the ban and that the ban would be dealt with in accordance with extant laws.
The commissioner ordered government agencies to ensure the ban is complied with. According to
DailyPost, Paul said
“By our ancestry as Edo people, we have always shown the example of public order and decency which others have emulated over the years.”