Senior police officer dies suddenly during Ebonyi meeting
An Assistant Commissioner of Police, Ogbon-Inu Taiwo Popoola, passed away unexpectedly in Ebonyi State. The incident happened during a management meeting at the police command headquarters in Abakaliki on June 4, 2024. He reportedly developed breathing difficulties and was rushed to the medical centre, but efforts to save him failed. Police officials described him as a dedicated and professional officer.
What we know
- Ogbon-Inu Taiwo Popoola was the head of the State Intelligence Department until his death on June 4, 2024.
- He collapsed during a meeting at the Abakaliki police headquarters and was taken to the Police Medical Centre.
- Doctors confirmed his death after attempts to resuscitate him were unsuccessful.
- Preliminary reports suggest cardiac arrest linked to hypertensive heart disease as the cause.
- The police spokesperson, DSP Joshua Ukandu, confirmed the incident and praised Popoola’s commitment to the Force.
