The Inspector-General of Police, Dr Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has ordered the Homicide section of the Federal Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), Abuja, to embark on a detailed and comprehensive investigation into the alleged killing of Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola, a student of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, Kwara State, which occurred on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.
In a statement by the Force spokesman, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Monday, September 9, the officers involved in the incident were identified as Inspector Abiodun Kayode, Inspector James Emmanuel and Sergeant Oni Philip.
They were said to have been attached to the Department of Operations, Kwara State Command, and had been consequently detained for investigation.
The FPRO stated: “The Inspector-General of Police, who is deeply saddened by this unfortunate event that has led to the loss of a young Nigerian, expresses his deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased.
“He acknowledges the profound grief and loss caused by this unfortunate act and reassures the family and members of the public that justice will be served.”