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.

Offa Descendants Union     George Funsho Adebayo     Umaru Saro     Razak Atunwa     Rihanat Ajia     KW-GIS     Mahmud Babatunde Baker     Ilesha-Baruba-Gwanara     Memunat Monsuma     Dagbalodo     Dunmade     Olawuyi     Olupako     Bayer Nigeria Limited     Jebba     Toyin Sanusi     Hamza Usman     Kwara 2019     Demola Banu     Alfa Modibbo Belgore     Jumoke Gafar     Adedipe     Bola Magaji     UTME     Toyin Falola     SARS     Toun Okewale-Sonaiya     Ministry Of Women Affairs And Social Development     Gbadeyan Gbadura Yomi     Arinola Lawal     Imam Gambari     Olusin Of Ijara Isin     UNIFEMGA     Aliyu U. Tilde     Eleja Taiwo Banu     Kayode Ishola     Adeola Abraham     Wale Oladepo     Kola Adesina     Olugbense     KWASEIC     Adeleke Ogungbe     Ibrahim Labaika     Asa LGEA School     Oyeyemi Olasumbo Florence     Kolo     Mustapha Olanipekun     Kisra     Ubandawaki     Busari Alabi Alausa     Jeunkunu-Malete-Bani     Orisa Bridge     Umar Saro     Mazars Consulting     Ella Supreme Tissue Paper     Adesoye     Mary Arinde     Razaq Ayobami Akanbi     Shehu Alimi Foundation     Jare Olatundun     Pategi     Abdullahi AbdulMajeed     Micheal Imoudu     Yekini Adio     Ahmed Mohammed Rifun     Ilorin South Constituency     HAMFAT Clinic And Maternity     Olatomiwa Williams     Bello Oyedepo     Seun Bolaji     Kisira     Abdulrasheed Lafia     Idowu Laro     Aso Ofi     Oluwole Dupe     Rex Olawoye     IHS    

Cloud Tag: What's trending

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

Idowu Laro     Alumni Association Of The Federal Polytechnic Offa     Raliat AbdulRazaq     Muhammadu Buhari     Okedare     Akande Idowu Ayoola Muhammed     George Innih     Junior Secondary School Certificate Examinations     Kwara State Football Association     Okala Baba     TVC Female National Debate     Kayode Laro     General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport     Maigida     Abdulrasaq Alaro     Kwara State Infrastructure Development Fund     Unilorin     TESCOM 2025     Okin Group     Elerin Of Erin-Ile     Kisra     General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport Ilorin     Ballah     Bilikisu Oniyangi     Computer Based Test     Yusuf Lanre Badmas     Bolaji Abdullahi     Lukman Adeloyin     NIRSAL     Saadatu Modibbo-Kawu     Emmanuel Bello     Innocent Okoye     Bello Bature     Haliru Dantoro     Bukola Saraki     Moses Rahman Popoola     Abdulrazaq Sanni     Suleiman Alege Kuranga     Kwara State Television (KWTV)     Ibrahim Kayode Adeyemi     Olokoba     Saka Aleshinloye     Olatunji Bamgbola     Matthew Okedare     Aishat Sulu-Gambari     Haruna Tambiri Mohammed     Ahmad Fatima Bisola     Tanke Flyover Bridge     Orisun Igbomina     Ayo Opadokun     Halimah Perogi     Raliat Elelu-Habeeb     Kwara Coalition Of Business And Professional Associations     Ajikobi     UNIFEMGA     Metro Park     Omoniyi Ayinla     Isaac Aderemi Kolawole     Baba Issa     HICA     Wahab Egbewole     Justina Oha     Ibrahim Abdulqadir Abikan     New Nigeria People’s Party     Kolawole Akande     Oba Sulaiman Asude     Ajakaye     Babaita     Abiodun Oyedepo     Baboko Primary School     Hakeem Idris     Ubandawaki     Abdulrazaq Akorede     Olayinka Olaogun     Arik     Patigi Regatta     Baba Adini Of Kwara State