Police dismiss three officers over Kwara Poly student’s death, set to prosecute them
Kwara State
Abdullateef Fowewe
The Kwara State Police Command has dismissed three police officers found guilty of the alleged killing of a student of the Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, Qoyum Abdulyekeen.
The command in a statement on Tuesday by its spokesperson, DSP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, confirmed that they would be prosecuting the officers in a court of competent jurisdiction.
The names of the officers dismissed officers are Inspector Abiodun Kayode, Inspector James Emmanuel, and Sergeant Oni Philip.
She wrote, “The Kwara State Police Command wishes to provide an important update regarding the investigation into the tragic incident involving the loss of Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola on 4th September 2024.
“After a thorough investigation and an internal disciplinary trial, the three officers involved—AP/No 233828 INSPR. Abiodun Kayode, AP/No 287410 INSPR. James Emmanuel, and F/No 497868 SGT. Oni Philip—have been found guilty of the following offences: 1. Leaving Beat; 2. Corrupt Practices; 3. Unlawful or Unnecessary Exercise of Authority.
“Consequently, they have been dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force, effective from 4th October 2024. They will be arraigned in court as soon as possible.
“This decisive action highlights the unwavering commitment of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, NPM, PhD, to upholding justice, professionalism, and accountability across the Nigeria Police Force. Under his leadership, we are resolute in ensuring that officers conduct themselves with integrity, and any breach of ethical standards, particularly in cases leading to loss of life, will be met with a stiff response.
“The Kwara State Police Command, led by Commissioner of Police CP Victor Olaiya, psc(+), extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola. We share in their grief and remain committed to providing them with support during this difficult period.”
Ejire-Adeyemi also stated in the statement that it urges “the public to always exercise patience and trust in the legal process, as we remain dedicated to maintaining law and order within Kwara State. The Command appreciates the cooperation of all citizens and assures them that justice will be served.”
Dailyeconomy on September 8, reported that the Kwara State Police Command has promised to probe the death of Qoyum Ishola, a 21-year-old Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, student.
Qoyum who is an ND2 student of Electrical/Electronics Engineering at Kwara Poly, was allegedly slain by the Police in a bizarre circumstance in the Fate area of Ilorin, Kwara State on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.
