The Commissioner of Police, Kwara State Command, Victor Olaiya, on behalf of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday, paid a condolence visit to the family of the late student of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, murdered by a policeman in Ilorin last Wednesday.
The commissioner expressed gratitude to the family for their cooperation during the investigation and delivered the IGP’s assurance that justice will be served, according to a statement by the spokesperson of the state police command, DSP Ejire Adeyemi Toun, in Ilorin on Tuesday.
The IGP had directed the Federal Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) to take over the investigation, with all officers involved being transferred to Abuja, Federal capital territory for a thorough and impartial inquiry.
Speaking on behalf of the immediate family, Mr. Muselim Abdulyekeen, the father of the deceased, alongside Mrs. Ramat Abdulyekeen, the mother, expressed their appreciation to the Inspector General of Police and the Kwara State Police Command for their continuous support.
They reassured of their hope that the ongoing investigation will lead to justice for their late child.
Alhaji Mohamed Kewugbemi, the family’s clergy, offered prayers and commended the police for their commitment to justice.
Alhaji Erolalujana (Olori-Ebi) expressed his appreciation for the police’s support during this difficult time.
The Rector of Kwara State Polytechnic, Engr. Dr. Abdul Jimoh Mohammed, was also present to show his solidarity with the family.
Victor Olaiya further assured the family that the command is committed to ensuring justice and transparency in the case.