Ekiti: 13 suspects arrested in connection with killing of traditional rulers, kidnap of pupils and teachers – Police Force HQ
*Photo: IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun*
The Nigerian Police Force Headquarters says preliminary investigations have led to the arrest of thirteen (13) suspects in connection with the
Monday killing of two traditional rulers and kidnap of some school pupils and teachers in Ekiti State.
Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi disclosed this on Thursday in a press statement.
Assistant Commissioner of Police who also reeled out measures being taken to address security situation in Ekiti State said “The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, strongly condemns the recent killing of two traditional rulers – HRM Oba Samuel Olusola Olatunji, Ph.D., the Olumojo of Imojo-Ekiti and HRM Oba David Ogunsakin, the Elesun of Esun-Ekiti in Ekiti State, and the abduction of school pupils and teachers in Emure-Ekiti. And has therefore taken immediate steps to address the security challenges in the region. To ensure the swift restoration of peace and order, the IGP has ordered the immediate deployment of Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Abiodun Asabi to Zone 17 Akure, along with additional personnel and assets.
- ACP Adejobi added that “Preliminary investigations have led to the arrest of thirteen (13) suspects who are currently assisting the Police with the investigation process.
“The newly posted AIG has been tasked with overseeing a comprehensive and coordinated security response to bring an end to the unfortunate security incidents in Ekiti, and parts of Ondo State and ensure proper coordination among security agencies for optimum effectiveness in tackling the security concerns within Ekiti State.
“The Inspector-General expresses his deepest condolences to the Government and people of Ekiti State, the families and loved ones of the deceased traditional rulers whose lives were tragically cut short during these incidents.”
ACP Adejobi added that “Preliminary investigations have led to the arrest of thirteen (13) suspects who are currently assisting the Police with the investigation process.
“The Inspector General of Police hereby reiterates the commitment of the NPF to ensuring that justice is served, and those responsible for these heinous acts are brought to book, while assuring the public that every necessary measure will be taken to apprehend the perpetrators and prevent a recurrence of such incidents.
“Members of the public are urged to remain calm, vigilant, and cooperative with the Police and other security agencies, as we work to restore peace and security to the affected areas.”
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