Police’s killing of Lagos lawyer: IGP orders speedy investigation
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The IGP, in a statement issued by Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, condemned the shooting and killing of Raheem, a lawyer who was allegedly shot and killed by a Policeman attached to Ajiwe Police Station, Ajah, Lagos State.
The Inspector General of Police, Usman Baba on Monday ordered speedy investigation into police’s murder of a Lagos lawyer, Mrs Omobolanle Raheem.
She was reportedly shot dead on Christmas Day while returning from church with her husband.
The IGP, in a statement issued by Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, condemned the shooting and killing of Raheem, a lawyer who was allegedly shot and killed by a Policeman attached to Ajiwe Police Station, Ajah, Lagos State.
The IGP, who described the incident as unfortunate and sad, ordered speedy investigation and prosecution of the officers responsible for the ugly and unprofessional act, which did not portray the Nigeria Police Standard Operating Procedure and core values.
In the same vein, the IGP commiserated with the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased as he prayed for the repose of her soul.
He further assured the general public of justice in the case while he warned officers and men of the Force to be professional and people-oriented in the discharge of their duties and operate within the ambit of the law, as the Force’s leadership would not condone any inappropriate or unprofessional acts.
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