The Nigeria Police force has issued a statement condemning the avoidable k!lling of Barrister Bolanle Raheem by trigger-happy policemen.
The pregnant lawyer is said to be on her way from a Christmas Day church service with her husband when a policeman shot at her at close range.
She was rushed to nearby hospital where she was confirmed dead.
The Police Force promised to carry out a speedy investigation on the circumstances surrounding her k!lling and prosecute officers found culpable.
Nigeria Police Force PRESS RELEASE
LAGOS SHOOTING INCIDENT: IGP CONDEMNS KILLING, ORDERS SPEEDY INVESTIGATION
“– As IGP Assures Justice, People-Oriented Police
“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.
“CSP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra,
“Force Public Relations Officer
“Force Headquarters, Abuja.
“December 26, 2022.
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