Three Dismissed Police Officers Charged in Connection with Kwara Poly Student’s Murder

Three Dismissed Police Officers Charged in Connection with Kwara Poly Student’s Murder

The police announced on Friday that three dismissed officers from the Kwara State Command have been charged with two counts related to the death of Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola, a student at Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin.

The officers, Inspector Abiodun Kayode, Inspector James Samuel, and Sergeant Oni Philip, face charges of criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide. They have been remanded in custody pending further court proceedings.

The officers were charged on October 16, 2024, following directives from the Inspector General of Police. Qoyum, a 21-year-old National Diploma 2 student in Electrical/Electronics, was allegedly killed during a student protest over fuel price hikes in Ilorin, prompting widespread outrage and an investigation led by the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.

Following the investigation, the officers were found guilty of abandoning their posts, engaging in corrupt practices, and unlawfully exercising their authority. They were dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force effective October 4, 2024, after an internal disciplinary trial.

The police emphasized their commitment to justice and accountability, stating that under IGP Egbetokun’s leadership, any breach of ethical standards, especially those leading to loss of life, will result in severe consequences.

The police also extended their condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased, expressing their commitment to support them during this challenging time.