The Delta State Police Command has initiated an investigation into the death of Mr. Unity Adeda, a Deputy Director in the state Ministry of Secondary Education. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe, the investigation was prompted by a complaint alleging that Adeda was beaten during an incident at the office of the Commissioner for Secondary Education, Dr. Kingsley Ashibogwu, in Asaba. The incident has sparked widespread concern and outrage.
The police have identified three aides to the commissioner who were named in the complaint as allegedly involved in the incident. They are Enos Attah, Oputa Okestine, and Lucky Adoh. Edafe confirmed that Adoh had been arrested, while efforts were ongoing to apprehend the other two. The police are working to establish the circumstances surrounding Adeda's death and have assured the public that the investigation will be conducted professionally and without interference.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Samuel Erale, has directed the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department to lead the investigation. Investigators will examine available evidence, including video recordings, eyewitness accounts, and medical records, to piece together what transpired. The police will also scrutinize the actions of all persons connected with the incident to determine culpability.
The police have assured Adeda's family that they will conduct a thorough and unbiased investigation. Edafe emphasized that anyone found culpable will be prosecuted in accordance with the law, irrespective of their status or position. The police commissioner has appealed to members of the public to remain calm and avoid reaching conclusions before the completion of the investigation.
The incident has sparked a strong reaction from the public, with many calling for swift justice. The Delta State chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has also shut down its secretariat in protest over Adeda's death. The state government has set up a panel to investigate the incident and has promised to take decisive action.
The investigation is ongoing, and the police have urged the public to provide any information that may aid their inquiry. The police have also commiserated with Adeda's family over his death and have promised to keep them informed of any developments in the investigation.
The police have reiterated their commitment to transparency and accountability in the investigation. They have assured the public that they will leave no stone unturned in their quest for justice and will ensure that those responsible for Adeda's death are brought to book.
Key points
- One person has been arrested in connection with the death of Delta deputy director, Mr. Unity Adeda.
- The police are investigating the incident and have identified three aides to the Commissioner for Secondary Education as allegedly involved.
- The investigation aims to establish the circumstances surrounding Adeda's death and to determine culpability.
