Ogun State judicial panel of investigation on police brutality and extrajudicial killings, on Friday, submitted its report to the state governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, and awarded a sum N218 million as compensation for 42 victims. Abiodun, at the event, assured that his administration would implement the recommendations towards having a peaceful society that would engender more robust relationship between the people and security agencies. The governor, while receiving the report at the Executive Council Chamber, appreciated the panel members for their efforts and contributions towards the successful completion of the task. “I believe that the implementation of this report will end the gory experience often encountered by residents of the state,” the governor assured. Governor Abiodun appreciated the youth, security agencies, media, religious and community leaders, market men and women and other people of goodwill for their contributions to the development of the State.

Source: Nigerian Tribune July 09, 2021 18:22 UTC