The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Monday, ordered operatives to track down and arrest the sponsors and killers of the policemen involved in the recent procession by the Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), commonly known as the Shi’ite.

It had earlier been reported that the Shi’ite members attacked its personnel during their procession, resulting in the death of two police officers, with three others unconscious in the hospital.

The Shi’ite group, on the other hand, claimed that the police killed and injured several of their members during their procession in the Wuse area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

In a statement issued by the Force Spokesperson, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, the IG condemned the killing of the police officers while on duty, stating that “those who murdered these policemen have murdered peace”.

The IGP has also reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the Force to arrest the remaining suspects and bring the killers to justice, emphasising his dedication to maintaining law and order and resisting all forms of anarchy and unrest throughout the country.

The unprovoked killings of police officers in the line of duty are highly outrageous and unacceptable, as those who murdered these policemen have murdered peace.”

Adejobi vowed to uncover the full extent of the attack to prevent a recurrence of such incidents.

He stated that the IG extends condolences to the grieving families and wishes the injured officers a speedy recovery.

Adejobi added, “As investigations unfold, the Nigeria Police Force is determined to uncover the full extent of this attack and prevent future occurrences of violence against police officers.

“The IGP offers heartfelt sympathies to the grieving families of the fallen police officers, mourning their loss alongside them, and also wishes a swift recovery to those currently undergoing treatment, hoping for their return to full health.

“He further stated that the police require the support of the citizens to maintain law and order,” he added.

Adejobi concluded, “The NPF, therefore, seeks the support and understanding of the general public in its quest to maintain law and order, even in the face of extremist threats and other forms of violent crime across the country.” (New Telegraph)