CENTUS NWEZE REPORTINGÂ
Inspector General, IG, Nigerian Police Force, NPF, has ordered that Drambi Vandi, assistant superintendent of police, ASP, responsible for allegedly killing Bolanle Raheem, pregnant lawyer on Christmas day be suspended while investigation is ongoing.
Vandi, the officer attached to the Ajah Divisional Headquarters of the Lagos State Police Command responsible for the shooting and killing of Barrister Omobolanle Raheem is to also be detained while waiting for the detailed report on the incident.
The IGP noted that the recommendation for the suspension of the officer is in line with the internal disciplinary processes of the Force.
In a statement by Force PPRO, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the IGP further noted that the suspension is also expected to create an enabling environment for necessary legal procedures to uphold justice in the case without interference.
“The suspension is without prejudice to the constitutional presumption of innocence in favour of the officer.
“Meanwhile, the IGP has reaffirmed the commitment of the Force to the Rule of Law and assured the public of his administration’s commitment to ensuring that justice is not just done but seen to have been manifestly done in the matter”, he said.