Samuel Luka, Bauchi
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Usman Alkali Baba has recommended the immediate suspension of Assistant Superintendent of Police Drambi Vandi.
The order was contained in a press release signed and issued to newsmen by the Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, Abuja, CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi Wednesday.
ASP Drambi Vandi, the release said is the officer attached to the Ajah Divisional Headquarters of the Lagos State Police Command, responsible for the shooting and killing of Barrister Omobolanle Raheem.
The release directed that the officer be suspended 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”, the Press release said.
According to the Force Public Relations Officer, 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”, it further explained.
CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi noted that 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 that the IGP appealed to the public to remained calm as all hands are on deck to ensure justice prevails, adding that measures have been put in place to prevent future occurrences.