IGP orders probe into invasion of Justice Odili’s residence

The Federal Ministry of Justice and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have all denied involvement.

The police boss said the “leadership of the force is not aware and did not at any time order police operatives to carry out such an assignment.”

He said the invasion of the residence of the apex judge is “unfortunate and unacceptable.”

A statement by force spokesperson on Monday, Frank Mba, said “perpetrators would be made to face the wrath of the law.”

“Consequently, the IGP has directed the Force Intelligence Bureau 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 to strengthen security around the street and residence of Her Lordship, Justice Mary Odili JSC to ensure her safety and also to prevent a recurrence of the unfortunate incident.

“The IGP assured that the details of Police investigations would be made public on conclusion of investigations.”

The Federal Ministry of Justice and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have all denied involvement.

The police boss said the “leadership of the force is not aware and did not at any time order police operatives to carry out such an assignment.”

He said the invasion of the residence of the apex judge is “unfortunate and unacceptable.”

A statement by force spokesperson on Monday, Frank Mba, said “perpetrators would be made to face the wrath of the law.”

“Consequently, the IGP has directed the Force Intelligence Bureau 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 to strengthen security around the street and residence of Her Lordship, Justice Mary Odili JSC to ensure her safety and also to prevent a recurrence of the unfortunate incident.

“The IGP assured that the details of Police investigations would be made public on conclusion of investigations.”