Kwara Police Begin Investigation into Death of Polytechnic Student Allegedly Killed by Officers

Date: 2024-09-08

According to the news gathered from Daily Post,, the Kwara State Police Command has launched a thorough investigation into the tragic death of Abdulqoyyum Abdulyekeen Ishola, a student of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, who was allegedly killed by the police last Wednesday.

In a statement released on Sunday by the Command's spokesperson, DSP Ejire Adeyemi Toun, Police Commissioner Victor Olaiya confirmed that key actors and witnesses had already been identified. He assured the public that the police are fully committed to uncovering the facts and bringing those responsible to justice in accordance with the law.

The Kwara State Police Command has commenced thorough investigation into the tragic death of Abdulqoyyum Abdulyekeen Ishola, a student of the state polytechnic, Ilorin, who was allegedly killed by the police last Wednesday.

Police Commissioner, Victor Olaiya, in a statement in Ilorin on Sunday by spokesperson of the command, DSP Ejire Adeyemi Toun, said actors and witnesses have already been identified.

He said the police command was fully dedicated to uncovering the facts of the matter and ensuring that those responsible were brought to justice in accordance with the law.

According to the commissioner, the command is working with care and diligence “as we understand the importance of providing clear answers to the family and community.”

“Our commitment to transparency in this investigation is unwavering and we pledge to conduct the process with the utmost integrity, leaving no room for doubt or compromise,” he added.

The command extended its heartfelt condolences to the family of Abdulqoyyum Abdulyekeen Ishola during this painful and trying time.

“We deeply sympathize with the family, friends, and all those affected by this unfortunate event which occurred on 4th September, 2024.

“The loss of a loved one, especially in such circumstances, is a burden that no family should have to bear alone. Our thoughts are with you, and we pray for strength and comfort for everyone involved.

“On behalf of the Commissioner of Police, Victor Olaiya, the command assures the family that we stand with them in this difficult moment and are committed to seeking justice on behalf of the deceased,” he added.

The command, however, appealed to the public, the students' community and those directly impacted, to remain calm and allow the law to take its rightful course.

“While emotions may be high, we urge everyone to avoid actions that could hinder the investigation or disrupt public order.

“The Kwara State Police Command is mindful of its duty to serve and protect, and we promise to keep the public informed of any new developments as the investigation progresses.

“We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this sensitive time,” he further stated.

 

Cloud Tag: What's trending

Click on a word/phrase to read more about it.

Elewu     Ilorin Water Reticulation     Abdulmutalib Shittu     Sam Onile     Jawondo     Chemiroy Nigeria Limited     Adamu B. Yaqubu     Simeon Sayomi     LEAH Charity Foundation     Osi     Shoprite     Special Adviser On Digital Innovation     Sa\'adatu Modibbo-Kawu     Olosi Of Osi     Iyiola Oyedepo     Babs Iwarere     Sarafadeen Kayode Akorede     Tunde Saad     Olomu Of Omu-Aran     Jalala     Muhammed Taofeeq Abdulrazaq     Samuel Olusegun Adedayo     Idris Garuba     Tunde Oyawoye     Geri-Alimi Split Diamond Interchange     Olatunde Olukoya     Kwara State Health Insurance Agency     Oladipo Akanmu Tolani     Ajayi Okasanmi     Igbaja     Kuliyan Geri     Salman Jawondo     Oyawoye     Naira Redesign     Temitope Ogunbanke     Read With Me     Mansurat Amuda-Kannike     Lawal Jimoh     Muslimah Entrepreneurship Forum     Eleyele     Tafidan Kaiama     Kayode Oyin Zubair     Abioye Bello     Ilesha-Gwanara     Abdulkadri Ahmad Alaiye     Haashim Initiative For Community Advancement     Unilorin FM     Lanre Aremu     AbdulFatai Adeniyi Dan-Kazeem     Kola Ologbondiyan     AbdulGafar Tosho     Haruna Tambiri Mohammed     Afolayan     Mustapha Olanipekun     Chartered Institute Of Personnel Management Of Nigeria     Dauda Adeniran Adeshola     A.O. Belgore     Tsaragi/Share     AbdulRasaq Abdulmajeed Alaro     Lukman Oyebanji Fagbemi     Bahago     Babatunde Ishola Babaita     Laduba     Mustapha Akanbi     Kwara-SAPZ Project     Shettima     Doyin Agbamu     Eruku     Reuben Paraje     Gobir Organization Foundation     Patience Jonathan     Simon Sayomi     GRA     Taibat Ayinke Ahmed     Aishatu Ahmed Gobir     Oba Abdulkadir La\'aro     Saheed Popoola    

Cloud Tag: What's trending

Click on a word/phrase to read more about it.

Sulyman Tejidini     Manzuma     Taofeeq Olateju     Iponrin     Yaru     John Olobayo     Olomu Of Omu-Aran     Titus Ashaolu     Adedipe     Bolaji Aladie     Musibau Akanji     Jumoke F. Ajao     Saliu Tunde Bello     Shaaba Lafiagi     Opolo Global Innovation Limited     Mujtabah Bature     Awwal Jawondo     Minimum Wage     Hassan Abdulazeez Elewu     Hauwa Nuru     Mohammed Yahaya Barki     Oluranti Idowu     Musa Aibinu     Dauda Adeniran Adeshola     S.O. Opowoye     Abdulraheem Yusuf     Idofin     Abdulmajeed Wahab     Yusuf A. Usman     Adijat Adebiyi     Muftau Akanbi Oke     Ope Saraki     Olatinwo     Voices Of Tomorrow     Nigerian Medical Association     Bamikole Omishore     Aisha Abodunrin Ibrahim     Saeedat Aliyu     Moses Rahman Popoola     Aliyu Muhammed     Offorjama     Kayode Oyin-Zubair     Kayode Ishola     Oba David Oyerinola Adedunmoye     Alfa Modibo Belgore     Sheriff Olanrewaju     Yahaya Seriki Gambari     Mubarak Oladosu     Rihanat Ajia     Solomon Edoja     Ibrahim Abdulkadir Abikan     ENetSuD     Niguel Gallando Marcias     LEAH Charity Foundation     QuickWin     Ajia-Bako     Atiku     CCEPE     Centre For Digital Economy     Okoolowo     Bature Bello     Kwara Teaching Service Commission     Saka Balikis Kehinde     Umar Yakubu Jaja     Senate President     Nurudeen Mohammed     Benin Republic     NSCIA     Arinola Lawal     Earlyon Technologies     KWTV     Matthew Okedare     General Hospital, Ilorin     Mohammed Lawal     Galadima     Moshood Bakare     Rotimi Samuel Olujide