Police To Prosecute Dismissed Officers Over Student’s Death

The Kwara State Police Command has dismissed three police officers found guilty of allegedly killing Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola, a 21-year-old student of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin.

According to the Police Public Relations Officer, Ejire-Adeyemi Toun, “The Kwara State Police Command wishes to provide an important update regarding the investigation into the tragic incident involving the loss of Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola on September 14, 2024.”

The police named the three dismissed officers as Inspector Abiodun Kayode, Inspector James Emmanuel, and Sergeant Oni Philip.

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“After a thorough investigation and an internal disciplinary trial, the three officers involved –AP/No 233828 INSPR. Abiodun Kayode, AP/No 287410 INSPR. James Emmanuel, and F/No 497868 SGT. Oni Philip, have been found guilty of the following offences; 1. Leaving beat. 2. Corrupt practices. 3. Unlawful or unnecessary exercise of authority.”

“Consequently, they have been dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force, with effect from October 4, 2024. They will be arraigned in court soonest.”

Kwara State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Victor Olaiya, stated: “The Kwara State Police Command, led by Commissioner of Police, CP Victor Olaiya psc(+), extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola. We share in their grief and remain committed to providing them with support during this difficult period.”