Rita Odafe
A 47-year-old cobbler from Ajah, Oluwaseun Jacobs, has been taken into custody.
He has been charged with assault, causing bodily harm, and behavior likely to disturb the peace.
The arrest stems from a serious assault on a police officer in Lagos State on June 22, 2024, at Chevron Roundabout, Lekki, Lagos State. Following his arraignment, Jacobs was remanded at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre, and the case was adjourned to July 8, 2024, for a hearing.
Providing an update on the situation, Nigerian police spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, stated;
“The Nigeria Police Force is deeply concerned about the recent serious assault on a police officer in Lagos State on June 22, 2024, at Chevron Roundabout, Lekki, Lagos State. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has expressed disappointment over this occurrence. The perpetrator, 47-year-old Oluwaseun Jacobs, a cobbler from Ajah, has been apprehended, arraigned in court on three charges including assault causing bodily harm and behavior likely to disturb the peace. The case has been postponed to July 8, 2024, for a hearing, while the suspect is currently in custody at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre awaiting further legal procedures.
“The Inspector General of Police reassures all NPF officers of complete support in instances where their rights are violated, emphasizing that the Force will not tolerate such disgraceful incidents. He stressed the importance of officers’ safety, alongside citizens’ fundamental rights, reiterating zero tolerance for any form of attack on its officers and ensuring that those accountable face legal consequences. The Nigeria Police Force urges all citizens to acknowledge the role of the Nigeria Police in upholding law and order, cooperate, and contribute to establishing a safer and more secure society for everyone. We guarantee the public that the Nigeria Police Force remains committed to its mandate of safeguarding lives and property, and upholding justice and the rule of law. Further updates on the case will be shared as the legal process unfolds.”
