The Zamfara Police Command has demanded a thorough investigation into the “unprovoked” killing of a senior officer, SP Halilu Liman by a soldier in the state.
Liman, a Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of Wasagu Division in Kebbi State was returning to base when he was accosted by a soldier at a checkpoint in Zamfara.
The Zamfara Police Command in a statement, signed by its spokesperson, ASP Yazid Abubakar, on Thursday, explained that when Liman arrived at the checkpoint, he was asked to identify himself, but was allegedly killed.
The statement read: “On August 28, 2024, at approximately 1030 hours, SP Liman was brutally murdered by military personnel led by one Hassan, attached to OPHD Sector 6, Dan Marke area of Bukkuyum, Zamfara State.
“The circumstances surrounding this heinous crime are alarming and unacceptable.
“SP Liman, who was on his way to attend a monthly conference in Birnin Kebbi, was stopped by military personnel despite identifying himself as a police officer.
“In a shocking display of aggression, Hassan pointed his gun at SP Liman and shot him in the head, resulting in his instant death. We condemn this unprovoked attack in the strongest possible terms and demand a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding this incident”
“The military’s actions are a clear violation of the rules of engagement and the principles of inter-agency cooperation. We urge the relevant authorities to take immediate action to address this egregious incident and ensure that those responsible are held accountable”.
“The police and military must work together to maintain peace and security, not engage in violent confrontations that undermine public trust.
“We extend our deepest condolences to the family and colleagues of SP Halliru Liman and assure them that we will do everything in our power to ensure justice is served.”