IGP Usman Alkali Baba, the Inspector General of Police, has ordered a thorough inquiry into the alleged invasion of Justice Mary Odili’s Abuja apartment, according to reports. Soldiers and police officials invaded the house of the supreme court justice on Friday night, October 29, after receiving information that illegal activities were taking place there. Both the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, and the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Abdulrasheed Bawa, have denied authorizing the search.
A statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, CP Frank Mba on Monday, October 1, said that the IGP, who noted that the leadership of the Force is not aware and did not at any time order Police operatives to carry out such assignment, described the reported violation of the sanctity of the residence of the Justice of the Supreme Court as unfortunate and unacceptable.
“Consequently, the IGP has directed the Force Intelligence Bureau (FIB) to conduct a discrete investigation into the incident.
He assured the commitment of the Force to the safety and security of the members of the Judiciary and Nigerians in general.
He further called for calm, promising that the Force will do all within its powers to unravel the perpetrators and motives behind the breach with a view to bringing all indicted persons to book,” the statement read.
“Meanwhile, the IGP has directed the Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to strengthen security around the street and residence of Her Lordship, Justice Mary Odili JSC to ensure her safety and also to prevent a reoccurrence of the unfortunate incident.
“The IGP assured that the details of Police investigations would be made public on conclusion of investigations.”
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