28th December, 2022
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba has recommended the immediate suspension of ASP Drambi Vandi, the officer responsible for the shooting and killing of Barrister Omobolanle Raheem in Ajah area of Lagos.
The recommendation for the suspension of the officer is in line with the internal disciplinary processes of the Force, CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, said in a statement on Wednesday.
Only the Police Service Commission, PSC can suspend Vandi because of his rank as an ASP.
The suspension, accprding to police spokesperson, is therefore also expected to create an enabling environment for necessary legal procedures to uphold justice in the case without interference.
He added that the suspension is without prejudice to the constitutional presumption of innocence in favour of the officer.
The PRO also reiterated the commitment of the Force to the Rule of Law and assured the public of his administration’s commitment to ensuring that justice is not just done but seen to have been manifestly done in the matter.
He therefore appeals to the public to be calm as all hands are on deck to ensure justice prevails while measures have been put in place to prevent future occurrences.