Delta suspends commissioner indefinitely over gov’s aide assault

The Delta State Government has suspended Commissioner for Works, Reuben Izeze, indefinitely over an alleged assault on a Governor's aide, Temple Mudi, who is a Senior Special Assistant on Protocol to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.

According to the Daily Post Nigeria, Izeze was remanded in custody for 14 days by a High Court in Effurun, Delta State, following the allegations. The suspension was announced by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Eze Emu, shortly after the court order.

The state government stated that the suspension is to allow for an unbiased investigation into the allegations by security agencies. The government emphasized its commitment to maintaining public safety and upholding law and order.

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