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.

Kwara State Infrastructure Development Fund     Dogara     Nigerian Medical Association     Abdulkadir Bolakale Sakariyah     Busari Toyin Isiaka     NFAI     Mohammed Khadijat Kubura     Akanbi-Oke     Yusuf Ali     Katibi Ibraheem Adeola     Mashood Dauda     Kassim Babamale     Raliat AbdulRazaq     Ibrahim Taiwo Road     Moshood Kashimawo Abiola     Asiwaju Bola Tinubu     Pakata Development Association     Olaiya Zuberu     Centre For Digital Economy     Goodluck Jonathan     Afeyin-Olukuta     Monthly Sanitation Exercise     Dankaka     Yomi Adeboye     Rueben Parejo     PharmAccess Foundation     Ilorin Innovation Hub     Saidu Isa     Kamaldeen Kehinde     Sidikat Alaya     Alabe     Naira Redesign     Ayodele Kuburat Olaosebikan     Garba Ado Sanni     Towoju     Kwara State Printing And Publishing Corporation     Students Union Government     Jimba Babatunde     Towobola Abdulrahman Toyin     Adamu Ibrahim Sabi     Yunus Oniboki     Olumide Daniel Ibitoye     Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu     Bilikis Oladimeji     Sarah Alade     Yeketi     Kwara State Geographic Information Service     NITDA     Atiku Abubakar     Kwara State Governor     Oba Abdulkadir La\'aro     ITP     Oladipo Akanmu Tolani     Wahab Isa     MAI Akande     Roseline Oni Aremu     Bashir Adigun     Nurudeen Mohammed     Apado     Saka Keji     Yusuf Amuda Gobir     Law School Scholarship     Zulkifli Ibraheem     Risikat Lawal     Kazeem Gbolagade     Senate Presidency     Ibrahim Abdulkadir Abikan     FOMWAN     Tescom.kwarastate.gov.ng     KWIRS     Revenue Court     Bukola Ajikobi     Tanke Road     Muslim Cementary     Labour Party     Abdullahi Dasilva Yussuf     Jimoh Saadudeen Muhammed    

Cloud Tag: What's trending

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

Kpotum Mohammed Baba     Taofeek Sanusi     NYSC     Ayodele Shittu     Ojuekun Sarumi     Shuaib Boni Aliyu     Balikis Jawondo     Mujtabah Bature     KwaraLearn     Farouk Salim     New Nigeria People’s Party     Hijaab     Olumide Daniel Ibitoye     Abdulrazaq Solihudeen     Simeon Sayomi     Binta Abubakar Mora     Mohammed Katsina Ahmed     Jalala     Ibrahim Sulu Gambari     UNIFEMGA     Government Girls’ Day Secondary School Pakata     Erubu Oba Zubair     Iponrin     Memunat Monsuma     Orisun Igbomina     Amos Bajeh     Mukhtar Shagaya     Abdulrasaq Alaro     Bukola Saraki     Idowu Laro     Dogara     CT Ayeni     Public Holiday     AbdulRasaq Abdulmajeed Alaro     Justina Oha     Mubarak Oladosu     Sheu Ndanusa Usman     Sambo Murtala     Bello Oyebanji     Joseph Bamigboye     Siddiq Adebayo Idowu Salawu     Goodluck Jonathan     Atiku     Madawaki     Aliyu Adebayo     Bashir Badawi     Ahmed Dankaya     Kazeem Oladepo     Sidikat Alaya     Yakubu Danladi     Dumagi     Michael Nzwekwe     SDP     National Information Technology Development Agency     Yunus Lawal     Alanamu     Paul Odama     Afusat Nike Ibrahim     Press Release     Na\'Allah     Adamu Attah     Samuel Adaramola     Lateef Alagbonsi     Ilorin Talaka Parapo     Students Union Government     AIT Ilorin     Saheed Alakoso     AbdulKareem Yusuf Danhawa     AbdulHamid Adi     Adaramaja     Abdulwasiu Bolaji Adeyi     Rebecca Olanrewaju     Ibrahim Abikan     NULGE     Kwara State Geographic Information Service     Haliru Dantoro     Abiodun Abdulkareem