The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has described the death of the Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) in charge of Zone 5, Alhaji Lawan Tanko Jimeta as a rude shock.
The governor, in a statement, spoke highly of the late AIG, describing him as “a consummate officer, who deployed his skill and experience in service of his fatherland.”
“I received the news of the passing of the AIG Zone 5, Alhaji Lawan Tanko Jimeta, with rude shock.
“A consummate officer, he was passionate about his job and deployed his skill and intellect in service of his fatherland.” Mr Obaseki said.
Highlighting the role AIG Jimeta played in the nascent stages of the Edo State Security Network, the Governor noted that his contribution was instrumental to the operational readiness of the security outfit.
“AIG Jimeta spent considerable time in Edo State as he served as the Commissioner of Police in the state before his higher assignment. He was a dutiful officer, who contributed to strengthening the state’s security architecture.
“He was among a select top brass of officers who helped in refining the operational readiness of the Edo State Security Network. So, his death hits home.” the Governor said.
He added that the late AIG will be remembered for his bravery and compassion, which proved useful in the tough assignments he handled while serving in Edo State.
“I commiserate with the Nigeria Police Force, the Zonal 5 Police Command, and his immediate family and pray that God will grant all the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss,” he added.
