Police investigate officers after Osun driver’s death
Abiodun Ojelabi, spokesperson for the Osun State Police Command, confirmed that police officers present at the scene where a driver was allegedly shot dead are under investigation. The incident happened along the Iwo–Osogbo Road near a police roadblock, sparking outrage among local residents. Kolawole Suuti and Danjuma Samuel, both Nigeria Customs Service operatives, have been identified as suspects and are currently in police custody. The deceased has been named as Anayo Azikwe Michael, a 41-year-old from Delta State.
What happened
- The shooting occurred near a police roadblock along the Iwo–Osogbo Road, involving security operatives in mufti.
- Kolawole Suuti and Danjuma Samuel of the Nigeria Customs Service have been detained in connection with the incident.
- The deceased driver was identified as Anayo Azikwe Michael, aged 41, from Delta State.
- Police officers stationed at the roadblock are also being investigated to verify their conduct during the incident.
- Abiodun Ojelabi stated that the investigation will be thorough and no aspect will be overlooked.
