The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, has recommended immediate suspension of Assistant Superintendent of Police Drambi Vandi, the officer attached to the Ajah Divisional Headquarters of the Lagos over the murder of a female lawyer,Barrister Omobolanle Raheeem.
Vandi,he said should be suspended pending detailed report on the incident which occured on Christmas day.
The IGP explained that the recommendation for the suspension of the officer is in line with the internal disciplinary processes of the Force.
The IGP in a statement signed by CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer,addrd 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.
He 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 implored the public to be calm as all hands are on deck to ensure justice prevails while measures have been put in place to prevent future occurrences.
