Wole Adedoyin and others in Ibadan…recently..
By Valentine Amanze
The student, who was tragically killed by police bullet in Ibadan, Oyo State, while on his way to sit for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) must not die in vain.
The founder of the Ibadan Book Club, Wole Adedoyin,, made the statement in Ibadan, on Tuesday, while condemning the tragic killing.
The shocking incident has sparked widespread grief and anger among residents, stakeholders in the education sector, and the general public.
The deceased, a promising student whose identity has not been officially disclosed, was reportedly inside his father’s car en route to his examination centre when the fatal shot was fired.
According to eyewitnesses, the bullet was discharged by a member of the Nigerian Police Force under circumstances that remain unclear and highly condemnable.
Adedoyin described the incident as a senseless and avoidable tragedy that stressed the continued lack of accountability and professionalism within the Nigerian police force.
“The loss of such a young, promising life in this manner is heartbreaking and unacceptable,” Adedoyin stated.
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He noted that the death of the student is not only a personal tragedy for the family but also a national shame that further erodes public trust in the security agencies meant to protect citizens.
“This student had a future ahead, dreams to chase, and a life to build. His journey was cut short not by fate, but by the carelessness of those paid to safeguard lives,” he said.
He called on the Oyo State Government and the Nigerian Police Force to launch a full-scale investigation into the matter, identify the officer involved, and ensure that justice is served swiftly.
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