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Commissioner Of Police In Lagos City Acts Swiftly: DPO Removed Over Detention Of Lawyer
Commissioner Of Police In Lagos City Acts Swiftly: DPO Removed Over Detention Of Lawyer
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Adegoke Fayoade, has taken decisive action by removing the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Gowon Estate Division. This move follows allegations of the DPO detaining a lawyer who was actively seeking justice for his client……CONTINUE READING
According to a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the decision to remove the DPO was made after a thorough investigation into the accusations. The spokesperson further revealed that the DPO’s removal is pending a review of his case by higher supervisory authorities.
The incident leading to this action unfolded on December 30, 2023, when Lagos-based lawyer Olumide Sonupe was detained while attempting to secure bail for his client at the Moshalashi Police Station in the Alimosho area of the state. Subsequently, Sonupe lodged a petition with the Police boss, prompting CP Fayoade to order a comprehensive investigation.
Hundeyin stated, “The CP had earlier ordered a thorough investigation into the matter upon receipt of the publication. CP Fayoade has equally directed the OC Legal of the Command to initiate steps to reach out to the Nigerian Bar Association, Lagos State Branch to enable a round table discussion. The meeting is towards preventing a recurrence of the avoidable incident and enhancing better Police-Lawyers relationship.”
The spokesperson emphasized the commitment of the command to upholding the rule of law and affirmed that any officer found culpable would face appropriate sanctions. This move reflects the ongoing efforts to ensure accountability within the police force and foster improved relationships between law enforcement and legal practitioners.
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