Egbetokun visits family of Kwara man tortured to death in police custody over N200,000 debt

 

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has directed the Force Criminal Investigations Department (FCID) to immediately take over the investigation into the unfortunate death of Jimoh Abdulqaudri, who passed away while in police detention in Kwara State on Friday 20th December, 2024.

According to a statement by the police spokesman, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the
IGP visited Kwara State on Sunday 22nd December 2024, where he met with the bereaved family of the deceased.

The statement reads in part, “The IGP was received by the Balogun Fulani of Ilorin, Alhaji Sadiq Atiku Fulani, who spoke on behalf of the family. During the meeting, the IGP expressed his profound condolences and assured the family that no stone would be left unturned in uncovering the circumstances that led to the tragic incident.

“The IGP has ordered the FCID to handle the case with utmost diligence and ensure a conclusive and impartial investigation. He further reassured the family and the general public that the Nigeria Police Force remains committed to upholding the highest standards of accountability, professionalism, and respect for human rights.

“While reiterating the Force’s zero-tolerance stance on unprofessional conduct among its personnel, the IGP called on all stakeholders to remain calm and allow the due process of law to prevail.”

The deceased, Jimoh Abdulqaudri, died in the custody of the Kwara State Police Command after he was arrested and detained on Friday for allegedly failing to pay back a debt to his friend.

Kwara police spokesperson, Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, confirmed the incident, per Peooles Gazette report, saying the suspect was held for allegedly obtaining N220,000 under false pretences, adding that the circumstances that led to his death are under investigation. Family members insisted the amount involved was N200,000, and the police did not show evidence to support their claim that it was N220,000