Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has signed a new law that imposes a 10-year jail term on anyone who forcefully or violently invades government-owned property. The law also provides for a five-year prison sentence for individuals who sell or transfer public property without the governor’s approval.
The governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, revealed this in a statement issued in Benin, noting that the move reflects the government’s firm stance against corruption, impunity, and the unlawful use of state assets.
According to the statement, the new legislation equally targets professionals who assist or facilitate illegal land transactions involving government property, prescribing severe penalties for those found guilty.
Governor Okpebholo described the law as a crucial step toward safeguarding public assets and ensuring accountability across the state.
