The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the death of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of the Ijanikin Police Station, CSP Bolaji Olugbenga.
The spokesperson for the command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed the officer’s death on Friday night but did not provide further details about the circumstances leading to the incident.
However, sources earlier informed the News Agency of Nigeria that the DPO reportedly collapsed in his office and died before he could be taken to a hospital.
The unexpected loss has thrown officers at the Ijanikin Division into mourning, with many expressing shock at the sudden demise of their superior.
According to a source within the division, the officer’s body has been moved to a mortuary. Investigation into the cause of death is yet to be disclosed by the police command.
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