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IGP Egbetokun Orders Fresh Investigation Into Extrajudicial Killing of Suspect in Custody 

The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday ordered fresh investigation into the controversy surrounding the death of a young man named “Erasmus Emhenya” who was allegedly killed in police custody at the Nyanya Divisional Police Headquarters, FCT on the 10th of April 2023, to unravel the cause of death and ensure the prevalence of justice.

A statement by Force Spokesperson ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said Egbetokun who expressed his grave concern over the incident, further directed the DIG FCID to immediately commence a thorough and transparent investigation into the matter and forward the report as soon as possible. 

Egbetokun also called for calm and support from members of the public on the matter while assuring that the police will continually uphold and protect people’s human rights in their day-to-day activities. He equally reassured the public of the Police’s commitment to sustain its internal control mechanism to deal decisively and sanction any erring police personnel who engage in unprofessional conduct. 

The IGP commiserated with the family of the deceased and prays for the repose of his soul.

Ikechukwu Aleke

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