Police arrest two customs operatives over Osun driver’s killing
Two operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service have been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a driver in Osun State.
The Osun State Police Command has announced the arrest of two operatives from the Nigeria Customs Service, Kolawole Suuti and Danjuma Samuel, who are accused of fatally shooting a driver on the Osogbo–Iwo Road. This incident, which took place around 10 a.m. near a roadblock in the Onibueja area of Ido-Osun, has sparked widespread outrage among community members. Eyewitness accounts describe how the operatives, dressed in civilian clothes, had been tailing the victim before they opened fire on his vehicle, leaving it severely damaged and the driver dead.
The aftermath of the shooting saw a significant crowd gathering at the scene, expressing their anger and demanding accountability for the actions of the security personnel involved. A video depicting the incident has surfaced, showcasing the damage to the vehicle and the tense response of the local residents. The Osun State Police Command is now under pressure to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the matter, addressing the public's concerns regarding the growing trend of security forces' violence.
This tragic event not only highlights issues regarding the conduct of security operatives but also poses questions about the safety of civilians on the roads in Nigeria. As community members call for justice, the incident has the potential to escalate into a larger discourse on the relationship between security forces and the public, ultimately influencing calls for reform within the Nigeria Customs Service and other agencies operating in the country.