Aiyedatiwa petitions IGP over shoddy handling of inquest into SDP candidate’s death

By Boye Oyeyemi –

Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has called for a thorough investigation into the sudden death of Otunba Bamidele Akingboye, a prominent son of Ondo State and respected political figure.

Acting on the governor’s directive, the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr Olukayode Ajulo (SAN), has written a formal petition to the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), expressing concern over the circumstances surrounding the death.

The state government described Akingboye as “a distinguished son of Ondo State, a respected political figure, and a man of immense community value whose life and contributions cannot be trivialised.”

The letter conveyed Governor Aiyedatiwa’s displeasure at the feedback received from the ongoing investigation, stressing that it falls short of the transparency, urgency, and seriousness the case demands.

Governor Aiyedatiwa said, “We owe it to our people to ensure that justice is not only done but is seen to be done. No influence, status, or circumstance should be allowed to obstruct the truth. Otunba Akingboye’s death is a painful loss to Ondo State, and we will do everything within the law to ensure that the circumstances are fully uncovered and justice is served.”

The letter cited relevant sections of the Constitution, the Police Act and the Administration of Criminal Justice Act, which empower the police to ensure thorough and transparent investigations, especially in suspected murder cases.

It also revealed that the state is prepared to engage private forensic and investigative experts, if necessary, to complement police efforts, stressing, “Our paramount duty is to uphold justice, protect our people, and secure their trust in the system.”