- Vows that perpetrators of invasion would face the wrath of the law
- Says result of the investigations would be made public
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Usman Alkali Baba, on Monday ordered “detailed investigations” into Friday’s invasion of the Abuja residence of (Supreme Court) Justice, Mrs Mary Odili.
Baba described the invasion as a “violation of the sanctity of the residence of the Justice of the Supreme Court,” adding that it is “unfortunate and unacceptable.”
The Police boss, according to a statement by Police Spokesperson, Frank Mba, also said “the leadership of the Force is not aware and did not at any time order Police operatives to carry out such assignment.”
The statement adds that “the IGP has directed the Force Intelligence Bureau (FIB) to conduct a discrete investigation into the incident.
“He assured the commitment of the Force to the safety and security of the members of the Judiciary and Nigerians in general. He further called for calm, promising that the Force will do all within its powers to unravel the perpetrators and motives behind the breach with a view to bringing all indicted persons to book.
“Meanwhile, the IGP has directed the Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to strengthen security around the street and residence of Her Lordship, Justice Mary Odili JSC to ensure her safety and also to prevent a reoccurrence of the unfortunate incident.
“The IGP assured that the details of Police investigations would be made public on conclusion of investigations.”