Police Brutality: Family Demands Justice for Murder of Patrick Anosikwa

Sunday Ehigiator

In a familiar story of another incident of police brutality, the family of late Patrick Anosikwa, who was allegedly stabbed by a police officer identified as Inspector Taofeek at Skymall Shopping Mall in the Ajah area of Lagos State on April 20, 2024, are currently seeking justice to take its course over the murder of their son.

According to reports, the heartbreaking event happened at Skymall Supermarket in the Sangotedo area of Ajah, Lagos State, where Inspector Taofeek, allegedly embroiled in an undisclosed dispute, fatally stabbed Patrick and fled the scene.

Following the heinous act, Inspector Taofeek was apprehended and is currently in custody as confirmed by the Lagos State Police Command. However, not much has been heard from the police since the news of the arrest came in on April 21.

The death of Patrick has since sparked another outrage among the public, thereby reigniting the discourse on police brutality in Nigeria.

This latest tragedy serves as a grim reminder of the unresolved issue that prompted the EndSARS protests across the country. Despite previous calls for reform, the recent murder of an innocent man, allegedly by the police, and the following loud silence from the Nigerian Police, underscores the deep-rooted brutality entrenched in the Nigerian Police Force.

In response to the tragedy, the family of the deceased, and other well-meaning Nigerians are demanding a swift investigation into the matter, and the prompt prosecution of the indicted officer.