Ekiti Killing, Abduction, IGP Fortifies Police Zone 17 With New AIG, More Personnel

By Ayodele Oni

In a prompt reaction, the Inspector General of Police, (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered immediate deployment of more security personnel to zone 17 including Ekiti state following killing of two traditional rulers and abduction of school children.

Traditional Rulers in Ekiti state at the end of their meeting on security challenges, had called for deployment of more security personnel to address the spate of kidnapping in the state.

A statement by the Force spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Thursday stated that the IGP strongly condemned the recent killing of two traditional rulers – HRM Oba Samuel Olusola Olatunji, Ph.D., the Olumojo of Imojo-Ekiti and HRM Oba David Ogunsakin, the Elesun of Esun-Ekiti in Ekiti State, and the abduction of school pupils and teachers in Emure-Ekiti.

According to Force Public Relations Officer, the IGP has therefore taken immediate steps to address the security challenges in the region.

“To ensure the swift restoration of peace and order, the IGP has ordered the immediate deployment of Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Abiodun Asabi to Zone 17 Akure, along with additional personnel and assets.

The newly posted AIG has been tasked with overseeing a comprehensive and coordinated security response to bring an end to the unfortunate security incidents in Ekiti, and parts of Ondo State and ensure proper coordination among security agencies for optimum effectiveness in tackling the security concerns within Ekiti State.

“The Inspector-General expresses his deepest condolences to the Government and people of Ekiti State, the families and loved ones of the deceased traditional rulers whose lives were tragically cut short during these incidents.

“Preliminary investigations have led to the arrest of thirteen (13) suspects who are currently assisting the Police with the investigation process.

“The Inspector General of Police hereby reiterates the commitment of the NPF to ensuring that justice is served, and those responsible for these heinous acts are brought to book, while assuring the public that every necessary measure will be taken to apprehend the perpetrators and prevent a recurrence of such incidents.

“He therefore urged to remain calm, vigilant, and cooperative with the Police and other security agencies, as we work to restore peace and security to the affected areas.”