The Kwara State Police Command has confirmed the death of a 21-year-old Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, Qoyum Ishola, who was allegedly killed during a fuel hike protest by the students last week Wednesday, saying that it has commenced a full-scale investigation into the death

Qoyum, an ND2 student of Electrical/Electronics Engineering at the institution, was allegedly k!lled by the Police in a mysterious circumstance in the Fate area, Ilorin, on Wednesday.
The State Police Command, in a statement signed by Ejire-Adeyemi Toun, DSP Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) on Sunday, said that it sympathized with the family of the late Qoyum.

“The Kwara State Police Command extends its heartfelt condolences to the family of Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola during this painful and trying time.

We deeply sympathize with the family, friends, and all those affected by this unfortunate event which occurred on 4th September 2024.

“The loss of a loved one, especially in such circumstances, is a burden that no family should have to bear alone.

Our thoughts are with you, and we pray for strength and comfort for everyone involved. On behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP Victor Olaiya psc(+), he assures the family that we stand with them in this difficult moment and are committed to seeking justice on behalf of the deceased.