The Kwara State Police Command on Friday said the three dismissed officers, Mr Abiodun Kayode, Mr James Emmanuel, and Mr Oni Philip, were charged to court on Wednesday.
The three dismissed policemen face charges of criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide in connection with the death of Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola.
According to the command, they have been remanded in prison custody pending further court proceedings.
Recall that Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola, a 21-year-old student of the Electrical Electronics Engineering department of Kwara State Polytechnic, was allegedly murdered by the police during a stop-and-search operation in the Fate area of Ilorin on 4th September 2024.
Following the tragic death, students of the Kwara State Polytechnic embarked on a protest at the headquarters of the state Police Command and the government house, demanding justice.
The Student Union Government of Kwara State Polytechnic has called for an open investigation by the Nigeria Police Force to uncover the killer of the late student.
The police also stated in the statement that it urges “the public to always exercise patience and trust in the legal process, as we remain dedicated to maintaining law and order within Kwara State. The Command appreciates the cooperation of all citizens and assures them that justice will be served.”
