The Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun has directed the Force Criminal Investigations Department (FCID) to immediately take over the investigation into the death of Jimoh Abdulqaudri while in police detention in Kwara State on Friday 20th December, 2024.
Mr. Egbetokun gave the directive when he visited the bereaved family members in Kwara State as a show of commitment to justice and accountability.
In a statement signed by the Force spokesman Mr. Muyiwa Adejobi, the IGP was received by the Balogun Fulani of Ilorin, Alhaji Sadiq Atiku Fulani, who spoke on behalf of the family.
Mr. Adejobi stated that during the meeting, the IGP expressed his profound condolences and assured the family that no stone would be left unturned in uncovering the circumstances that led to the tragic incident.
He the IGP has ordered the FCID to handle the case with utmost diligence and ensure a conclusive and impartial investigation.
He said ” The IGP reassured the family and the general public that the Nigeria Police Force remains committed to upholding the highest standards of accountability, professionalism, and respect for human rights”
While reiterating the Force’s zero-tolerance stance on unprofessional conduct among its personnel, the IGP called on all stakeholders to remain calm and allow the due process of law to prevail.
IGP Directs FCID To Unravel Mystery Behind Death Of Jimoh Inside Kwara Police Detention
