By Gbemiga Olamikan.
The Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has assured all police officers, full support in situations where their rights are violated, noting that the Force would not condone such embarrassing situations. He said that the safety of officers is paramount and runs pari passu with the fundamental rights of citizens, reiterating that the NPF will not tolerate any form of assault on its officers and will ensure that those responsible for any assault will face the full wrath of the law.
This was contained in a statement signed by Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
Adejobi disclosed that the recent reprehensible and grievous assault on a police officer in Lagos State on Saturday 22nd June, 2024 at Chevron Roundabout, Lekki, Lagos State is of deep concerned to the NPF and IGP Egbetokun.
Adejobi said Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun expressed dismay over the incident. He said the assailant, 47-year-old Oluwaseun Jacobs, a cobbler based in Ajah was apprehended and already been arraigned in court on a three-count charge including assault occasioning bodily harm, and conduct likely to cause breech of peace.
He revealed that the case has been adjourned to July 8, 2024 for hearing, while the suspect is currently remanded at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre pending further legal proceedings.
IGP Egbetokun therefore calls on all citizens to respect the role of the Nigeria Police in maintaining law and order, cooperate and support the process in creating a safer and more secure society for all. He said, We assure the public that the Nigeria Police Force remains steadfast in its mission to protect lives and property, and to uphold justice and the rule of law.
