The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into the verbal assault and threat to life on Chief Areola Abraham by the Olorile of Orile Ifo, Oba Abdulsemiu Ogunjobi.
The Command in a statement issued and signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Omolola Odutola, said that the Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, had ordered a thorough investigation into the matter.
The PPRO assured that the Command would adhere to the rule of law and fundamental human rights principles in the matter.
Odutola hinted that the parties involved in the matter were invited and their statements taken at the Criminal Investigation Department of the Command.
She said the Command frowned at any form of assault, harassment and violence against any individual, regardless of status.
While assuring that the Command would ensure that justice is served and that members of the public would be adequately updated on the matter.
The Police statement, “Viral video of assault and threat to life: Ogun Police command launches discreet investigation.
“The Ogun State Police Command has taken cognizance of a disturbing video circulating on social media, in which an elderly man, Mr. Areola Abraham was seen prostrating while being subjected to verbal abuse and assault by Oba Abdulsemiu Adewale Ogunjobi, the Olorile of Orile Ifo.
“Given the gravity of the incident, the Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, has ordered a thorough and discreet investigation into the matter and further assures to adhere to the rule of law and fundamental human rights principles in the instant case.
“Both parties reported at the State Criminal Investigation Department Eleweran, and their statements were obtained
“The Ogun State Police Command unequivocally condemns 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.”
