The House of Representatives has condemned in the strongest terms the violence, killings, further ransacking, restriction of movement and attacks by the Police on the people of Oshodi Isolo II Federal Constituency, in Lagos state, Nigeria.
The House also called on the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to launch an immediate and thorough investigation into the alleged Police brutality and extrajudicial killings in the Oshodi-Isolo II Federal constituency and ensure that those responsible face the full wrath of the Law.
This followed a Motion On The Urgent Need To Save The Lives Of People Of Oshodi-Isolo Ii Federal Constituency From Killings, Further Ransacking, Restriction Of Movement And Attacks By Police And Lastma Officers”, moved by Hon. Jesse Okey-Joe Onuakalusi.
They urged the relevant security agencies to provide adequate security measures and personnel to safeguard the people in my constituency.
The House also solicited the support of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and other relevant agencies to provide relief and support to the victims of the violence in Oshodi Isolo II Federal Constituency.
The mover of the motion, Hon Onuakalusi, that “It is with heavy heart that I address the House today on the urgent need to save the lives of the people of Oshodi Isolo II Federal Constituency from the unrelenting wave of violence, killings, further ransacking, restriction of movement, and attacks by Officers of the Nigerian Police and LASMA, which have tragically resulted in the death of Five school children, a pregnant woman and a tricycle driver.
The House Notes that mayhem was unleashed on the residents of Ago Road and its axis by Police and LASTMA Officers on Tuesday 3rd October 2023. Also note that the people of Oshodi Isolo II Federal Constituency, my constituency, have been living in constant fear and anguish for far too long.
The recent spate of violence and attacks by the Police and LASTMA officers have created a state of insecurity that threatens not only their lives but also their livelihoods. Our communities have become battlegrounds, and our children, who should be safe on their way to school, have become victims of this ongoing turmoil. Informed that these officers were chasing a car and dragging the steering with a moving car and in the Process the vehicle lost control and wrecked damage.
Worried that the reports from my constituents paint a harrowing picture of a community under siege, with Police brutality and extrajudicial killings being a recurring nightmare. It is our duty as representatives of the people to protect their lives, rights, and well-being, and I stand before you today to seek your support in this endeavor”.
The Deputy Speaker while ruling on the matter said that the Nigerian Police needs to be more people-oriented.
He said that the House has been advocating for the police to be wearing body cameras to track their performances.
Dominica Nwabufo
