The Lagos State Police Command has addressed the widely circulated video of Adesola Iyomaterie, a Nigerian mother, who is desperately seeking public help to find her only son, Ovie Kehinde Iyomaterie.
He has been missing since May 13, prompting his distraught mother to make a heartfelt plea to President Tinubu, his son Seyi, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Lagos Commissioner of Police, and the public. In her emotional video, she expressed deep concern, stating that her son has never been incommunicado for such an extended period and that he has been missing for 25 days, leaving her unsure of his well-being.
In response to her appeal, the Lagos State Police Command released a statement acknowledging the viral video. The police reassured Mrs. Iyomaterie, the public, and all Lagos residents that “every necessary action is being taken to locate him and reunite him unhurt with his family.”
The Command has launched a comprehensive search effort, activating “all relevant investigative teams including the special tactical squads of the Command and all Police Divisions and Area Commands throughout Lagos State and those of other Police Commands contiguous to the state.” This widespread deployment aims to ensure Ovie’s safe return.
Furthermore, CP Olohundare Jimoh, the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, had previously instructed the Deputy Commissioner of Police, State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Yaba, to take over the case and conduct a thorough investigation to find the missing young man.
The police are urging anyone with credible information that could aid in the ongoing investigation to come forward. They can contact the Public Relations Officer of the Command or the nearest police station.