The Ekiti State Police Command has been embroiled in a fresh controversy following the fatal shooting of a nursing mother, Mrs. Bolatito Ojuola, by a trigger-happy policeman.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation from the public, with many calling for justice and accountability.
According to eyewitnesses, the policeman, whose identity has not been disclosed, was celebrating a colleague's promotion at a party in the Ijigbo area of Ado-Ekiti, the state capital.
In a moment of reckless abandon, the policeman allegedly fired his gun into the air, with a stray bullet hitting Mrs. Ojuola, who was standing nearby.
The victim, a mother of two, was rushed to the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
The incident has left her family and the entire community in shock, with many struggling to come to terms with the senseless loss of life.
The Ekiti State Police Command has issued a statement confirming the incident and promising to investigate the matter.
The command's Public Relations Officer, ASP Sunday Abutu, described the incident as "unfortunate" and assured that the policeman involved would face disciplinary action.
However, many have expressed skepticism about the police's willingness to hold their own accountable.
The incident has reignited concerns about police brutality and the lack of accountability within the force.
Mrs. Ojuola's husband, Mr. Ojuola, has spoken out about the incident, describing his wife as a "loving mother" who was dedicated to her family. He expressed his devastation at her loss and called for justice to be served.
"I was at work when I received a call that my wife had been shot," Mr. Ojuola said in an interview. "I rushed to the hospital, and when I got there, I was told that she was dead. It's been a difficult time for me and my family, and we demand justice for my wife's death."
The incident has sparked widespread outrage in the community, with many calling for the policeman involved to be brought to justice.
The Ekiti State Government has also issued a statement condemning the incident and promising to support the victim's family.
As the investigation into the incident continues, it is essential that the police take concrete steps to address the concerns of the public and ensure that justice is served. The victim's family and the entire community deserve nothing less.
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