The Kwara State Police Command has dismissed three officers involved in the death of Kwara State Polytechnic student Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola.
The officers, Inspectors Abiodun Kayode, James Emmanuel, and Sergeant Oni Phillip, were found guilty of leaving their beat, corrupt practices, and unlawful exercise of authority.
They were dismissed effective October 4, 2024, and will face court arraignment soon.
The incident occurred on September 4, 2024, when Ishola was allegedly shot at a police checkpoint in Ilorin.
Ishola had just completed his ND program and was returning from the market when the incident occurred.
He died from excessive blood loss after being rushed to the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital.
The dismissal was disclosed by Police Command spokesperson Ejire Adeyemi Adetoun in a statement titled “Final update on the case of Qoyum Abdul Yekeen Ishola” issued late Monday evening.
According to Adetoun, the dismissal highlights the Inspector General of Police’s commitment to upholding justice, professionalism, and accountability across the Nigeria Police Force.
The statement reads:
”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 4th September, 2024.
”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; has 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 4th October, 2024. They will be arraigned in court soonest.
“this decisive action highlights the unwavering commitment of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, NPM, PhD to upholding justice, professionalism, and accountability across the Nigeria Police Force.
”Under his leadership, we are resolute in ensuring that officers conduct themselves with integrity, and any breach of ethical standards, particularly in cases leading to loss of life, will be met with stiff response.”
