AIG Orders Release of Arrested Osun Student Following Viral Assault Video

In a significant development, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of Zone 11 Headquarters, Osogbo, Bassey Ewah, has ordered the immediate release of an Osun State student who was arrested after a viral video showed an alleged assault, according to Punch Newspapers. The student’s arrest had sparked outrage on social media, with many condemning the assault and calling for justice. The AIG, in a swift response, directed that the student be set free. Additionally, he ordered an investigation into the incident to ensure that the perpetrators are brought to book. The student’s release was welcomed by many Nigerians, who saw it as a step in the right direction towards addressing the increasing rate of violence against students in educational institutions. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for increased security in schools and universities to protect students from such acts of violence. According to Punch Newspapers, the student’s identity and further details about the incident are yet to be disclosed.