Assault Video: Ogun Police Launch Discreet Investigation

The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into a viral video showing an elderly man, Mr. Areola Abraham, being verbally abused and assaulted by Oba Abdulsemiu Adewale Ogunjobi, the Olorile of Orile Ifo.
The video, which has sparked outrage online, shows the elderly man prostrating while enduring verbal assault from the monarch.
In response to the incident, the Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, ordered a thorough and discreet investigation, reiterating the commitment to uphold the law and human rights in the process.
Both parties have reported to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Eleweran, Abeokuta, where their statements were taken.
The police assured the public that the investigation is ongoing and justice will be served.
“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,” the command stated.
Police Launch Discreet Investigation
The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into a viral video showing an elderly man, Mr. Areola Abraham, being verbally abused and assaulted by Oba Abdulsemiu Adewale Ogunjobi, the Olorile of Orile Ifo.
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The video, which has sparked outrage online, shows the elderly man prostrating while enduring verbal assault from the monarch.
In response to the incident, the Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, ordered a thorough and discreet investigation, reiterating the commitment to uphold the law and human rights in the process.
Both parties have reported to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Eleweran, Abeokuta, where their statements were taken.
The police assured the public that the investigation is ongoing and justice will be served.
“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,” the command stated.

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