The Lagos State Police Commissioner, Olohundare Jimoh on Monday, November 10th insisted that Human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, remains a wanted person.
The Police Chief made the declaration on Monday during a strategic security meeting at the command headquarters in Ikeja, where he reiterated that Sowore is wanted over an alleged intention to incite violent protests in Lagos during a recent protest.
According to the Commissioner, the Police extended an invitation to the former presidential candidate, but he has so far failed to show up.
The Commissioner has ordered police officers to arrest Sowore wherever he may be found and bring him to the State Criminal Investigation Department for a thorough investigation.
He noted that, despite a previous letter from Sowore’s lawyer indicating a willingness to present Sowore to the command, neither Sowore nor his lawyer has appeared.
Jimoh further stated that Sowore has been declared wanted in accordance with Section 215 (1, 4, and 5) of the Nigerian Constitution, which grants the Commissioner of Police the authority to maintain law and order while protecting lives and property.
“He never showed up. If you are declared wanted, you are to report to the nearest police station, not call me over the phone.
“The order to arrest him stands. Any officer who sights him, whether on the road, in a restaurant, or elsewhere, should arrest him and bring him to the State Criminal Investigation Department for proper investigation,” the Police boss said.
