By Asuquo Cletus Felix
The Abia State Police Command has dismissed Corporal Obagi Njok, over the shooting of one Mr Emmanuel Okocha.
This was contained in a press release issued by ASP Maureen Chinaka LLB Anipr, the command Police Public Relations Officer, dated 11/06/2024 seen by Street news.
According to the statement, Njok was said to have misused firearms, which eventually resulted in the death of Emmanuel.
“Re: The Death of Mr. Emmanuel Okocha, Shot by Police Corporal Obagi Njok
“I refer to the command press release on 20/04/2024 concerning the unfortunate incident resulting in the death of Mr. Emmanuel Okocha.
” 1 . Disciplinary actions have been concluded by the Abia state police Command. Relevant stakeholders including the family of the deceased were carried along at every step of the process.
“2 . Police Corporal Obagi Njok ( as he then was) was found guilty of discreditable conduct with misuse of firearms and has therefore been dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force. Investigation into the criminal aspects of his conduct has also been concluded and the matter has therefore been handed over to the office of the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice Abia state on 24/05/2024 for prosecution in court.
“3 . The Abia State Police Command remains steadfast in upholding professionalism and the rule of law. We unequivocally condemn any act of misconduct, unprofessionalism, and indiscipline among our officers.”- It reads.
