The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into the substance 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.
According to Police Public Relations Officer, Police Command
Headquarters, Eleweran, Abeokuta, CSP Omolola Odutola, 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.
He said 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,” he said, adding that ” the command will ensure that justice is served and members of the public will be abreast of relevant updates in due course.”