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Assault Video: Ogun Police launches discreet investigation

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The Police Command in Ogun on Monday said it has taken note of a video clip on social media in which an elderly man, Mr. Areola Abraham, was seen assaulted.

Spokesperson of the command, CSP Omolola Odutola, in a statement in Abeokuta said Abraham was seen prostrating and subjected to verbal abuse and assault by a traditional ruler.

She added that the traditional ruler was Oba Abdulsemiu Adewale Ogunjobi, the Olorile of Orile-Ifo.

Odutola said based on the incident’s gravity, the Commissioner of Police in Ogun, Lanre Ogunlowo, has ordered a thorough and discreet investigation into the matter.

“The CP further assures that Police will adhere to the rule of law and fundamental human rights principles in the instant case,” she said.

Odutola disclosed that both parties in the matter had reported at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) at Eleweran in Abeokuta and their statements were obtained.

She, however, stated that the command unequivocally condemned any form of assault, harassment and violence regardless of the individuals involved.

“The command will ensure that justice is served and members of the public will be abreast of relevant updates in due course,” the spokesperson said.

Bukola Adetoye

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