Edo Civil Society Condemns Assault on Journalist, Warns Against Rising ‘Digital Slap’ Culture The Edo State Civil Society Coalition for Human Rights has condemned the alleged assault on journalist Mrs. Juliet Enabulele by suspended Public Safety Response Team coordinator, Kelly Okungbowa (Ebo Stone). The group described the attack as a violation of human dignity, press freedom, and the rule of law, expressing concern that senior political figures in Edo State are normalizing violence through the celebration of so-called “digital slaps.” The coalition urged Governor Monday Okpebholo to distance his administration from the incident, ensure accountability, and uphold constitutional protections for journalists. The group also demanded a transparent investigation, an end to political glorification of violence, and stronger protection for media workers. This follows a similar incident in which APC leaders publicly celebrated and financially rewarded an assault on an APC critic in Manchester, UK. #Edojournalistassault #JulietEnabulele