Tuesday, October 15, 2024 -The Kwara State Police Command has announced that it will prosecute the three police officers found guilty of the alleged killing of an ND11 student of the Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola, in a court of competent jurisdiction.
A statement signed by the Police Public
Relations Officer of the Kwara State Police Command, DSP Ejire-Adeyemi Toun, on
behalf of the state Commissioner of Police, Victor Olaiya, made available to
the press on Monday night, stated that the police authority has dismissed the
three officers found culpable in the killing of the student.
In the statement titled “Final Update on the
Case of Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola,” the police named the three dismissed
officers as Inspector Abiodun Kayode, Inspector James Emmanuel, and Sergeant
Oni Philip.
He stated, “The Kwara State Police Command
wishes to provide an important update regarding the investigation into the
tragic incident involving the loss of Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola on 4th September
2024.
“After a thorough investigation and an
internal disciplinary trial, the three officers involved—AP/No 233828 INSPR.
Abiodun Kayode, AP/No 287410 INSPR. James Emmanuel, and F/No 497868 SGT. Oni
Philip—have been found guilty of the following offences: 1. Leaving Beat; 2.
Corrupt Practices; 3. Unlawful or Unnecessary Exercise of Authority.
“Consequently, they have been dismissed from
the Nigeria Police Force, effective from 4th October 2024. They will be
arraigned in court as soon as possible.
“This decisive action highlights the
unwavering commitment of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun,
NPM, PhD, to upholding justice, professionalism, and accountability across the
Nigeria Police Force. Under his leadership, we are resolute in ensuring that
officers conduct themselves with integrity, and any breach of ethical
standards, particularly in cases leading to loss of life, will be met with a
stiff response.
“The Kwara State Police Command, led by
Commissioner of Police CP Victor Olaiya, psc(+), extends its deepest
condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola.
We share in their grief and remain committed to providing them with support
during this difficult period.”
Recall that Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola, a
21-year-old student of the Electrical Electronics Engineering department of
Kwara State Polytechnic, was allegedly murdered by the police during a
stop-and-search operation in the Fate area of Ilorin on 4th September 2024.
Following the tragic death, students of the
Kwara State Polytechnic embarked on a protest at the headquarters of the state
Police Command and the government house, demanding justice.
The Student Union Government of Kwara State
Polytechnic has called for an open investigation by the Nigeria Police Force to
uncover the killer of the late student.
The police also stated in the statement that
it urges “the public to always exercise patience and trust in the legal
process, as we remain dedicated to maintaining law and order within Kwara
State. The Command appreciates the cooperation of all citizens and assures them
that justice will be served.”
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