Ogun State Command promise justice for 73 years old Mr. Areola Abraham assaulted in a disturbing video

In a disturbing video at the weekend, an elderly man, Mr. Areola Abraham was seen prostrating while being subjected to verbal abuse and assault by Oba Abdulsemiu Adewale Ogunjobi, the Olorile of Orile Ifo.

The Ogun State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the matter, assuring the fundamental human rights of the victim will be protected.

Both parties have reported at the State Criminal Investigation Department Eleweran, and their statements obtained.

The Ogun State Command is condemning any form of assault, harassment and violence regardless of the individuals involved.

The command has said it will ensure that justice is served on the assault and verbal attacks on Mr. Areola Abraham by Oba Abdulsemiu Adewale Ogunjobi, the Olorile of Orile Ifo and members of the public will be abreast of relevant updates in due course.

The ogun State government has also suspended the 43-year-old traditional ruler for six months on alleged public assault, adding that the action by the authorities was taken in a bid to ensure dignity of Mr. Areola Abraham, who is 73 years old and also protects the sanctity of the revered traditional institution.

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