The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, has condemned the killing of a Lagos lawyer, Omobolanle Raheem, by one of its men in the Ajah area of Lagos State.
Raheem was shot in the early hours of December 25, 2022, while celebrating Christmas with her family.
In a release made available to the media and signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the police chief had not only frowned at such act, but has also ordered speedy investigation to the killing.
“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, psc(+), NPM, NEAPS, fdc, CFR, has condemned the shooting and killing of Mrs Omobolanle 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, has ordered speedy investigation and prosecution of the officers responsible for the ugly and unprofessional act, which doesn’t portray the Nigeria Police Standard Operating Procedure and core values.
“In the same vein, the IGP commiserates with the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased as he prays for the repose of her soul. He further assures the general public of justice in the case while he warns 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 will not condone any inappropriate or unprofessional acts,” Adejobi stated.
Quadri Olaitan is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, public affairs, and human-interest stories.
