Police Begins Probe into Viral Video of Monarch’s Assault on Elderly Man In Ogun
By: Raymond Osho
ABEOKUTA- The Ogun State Police Command has commenced an investigation into a viral video showing the Olorile of Orile Ifo, Oba Abdulsemiu Adewale Ogunjobi, verbally abusing and assaulting an elderly man, Mr. Areola Abraham.
According to a statement released by the police command, Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, has ordered a thorough and discreet investigation into the matter.
In the statement of the police Spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, the command has assured that it will adhere to the rule of law and fundamental human rights principles in investigating the incident.
The statement said that both parties have reported to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Eleweran, and their statements have been obtained.
The statement reads “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 us 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 police command has condemned the incident, stating that it will not tolerate any form of assault, harassment, or violence, regardless of the individuals involved.
