PHOTOS: Policeman Reinstated & Promoted By The Senate After 21years Suspension

Following a petition presented by Senator Solomon Adeola (Lagos West) on behalf of one of his constituents, Sgt. Amos Olaniyan on October 6, 2015, the Senate has ordered the reinstatement, promotion and payment of all dues to Sgt Olaniyan, who was verbally suspended from the Nigerian Police Force 21 years ago.

This follows the consideration and adoption of recommendations of the Report of the Senator Sam Anyanwu-led Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petition that investigated the suspension of Sgt. Olaniyan from the Force.

The Senate adopted the two recommendations of the committee namely: “That the officer, Sergeant Amos Olaniyan, be fully re-integrated into the Police Force with a letter of reinstatement and apology” and “That all his dues including promotions and entitlements be fully granted and paid” Senator Adeola while presenting the petition earlier stated that Sgt. Olaniyan was verbally suspended in 1994 on a baseless allegation of bribery which, an Orderly Room Trial discharged and acquitted him but the Police refused to recall him back even as he had his Police ID card and Uniform.

Reacting to the findings and resolution of the Senate, Senator Adeola expressed joy that at last justice has been done to his constituent, who had suffered for 21 years without any redress adding that he will always fight for the interest of all his constituents and the people of Nigeria. “I was greatly disturbed when I saw his petition as I did not believe this could happen to any citizen of Nigeria. This was after he had written petitions to previous Inspector Generals of Police and the Police Service Commission and even late President Umaru Yar’adua to no avail,” the senator stated.

He said he was happy for the family of Sgt. Olaniyan who had endure severe hardship and deprivation on the loss of employment by the breadwinner adding that he will continue to work for his constituents who may have similar cases.

Speaking on the issue, Senate President Bukola Saraki, stated that citizens of Nigeria that cannot afford legal fees to seek redress should have recourse to the Senate adding that the Senate Police Affairs Committee should ensure compliance with the resolution and other similar resolutions and report back to the Senate in two weeks.

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Posted: at 17-12-2015 08:59 PM (8 years ago) | Addicted Hero

Waoh dis is good news. So justice can ever be served in dis country. Dat means d innocent ones in prison have hope soon.

Posted: at 17-12-2015 09:42 PM (8 years ago) | Addicted Hero

wellcome to zoo. baboons and monkeys

Posted: at 17-12-2015 09:59 PM (8 years ago) | Upcoming

That was great news to that man family. seriously na senate get this country ooo, they can close and open. Congrat to the man.

Posted: at 17-12-2015 10:29 PM (8 years ago) | Hero

Some pals read posts without understanding. Post said he had sent his petitions to all appropriate quarters yet no result; even to president Ya-ardua. The post also said Senate president, Saraki, promised to address such issues henceforth, and advised people with similar cases to seek senate recourse going forward. @ficull, what do u support? ur first comment was negative of the intervention of the Senate, while ur second comment calls on the same senate to restructure/strengthen (I guess u meant to say straighten) the police service commission. Na waoo for people's inconsistent  viewpoints.

Posted: at 17-12-2015 10:50 PM (8 years ago) | Gistmaniac

good for him...justice is never too late to be served.

Posted: at 18-12-2015 01:12 AM (8 years ago) | Hero

Man,go thank ur God very plentiful,for naija cases like this no dey get head again.

Posted: at 18-12-2015 01:52 PM (8 years ago) | Hero

Hmmm.... After 21 years suspension!!! This is truly a miracle. Anyway, just enjoy the moment Mr. Man

Posted: at 19-12-2015 02:23 PM (8 years ago) | Gistmaniac

dis a gud news to d man nd his family. dat senator solomon adeola na gud man,

Posted: at 23-12-2015 10:44 AM (8 years ago) | Gistmaniac

Congratulations sir. Thanks to the senator.

Posted: at 5-01-2016 07:38 AM (8 years ago) | Gistmaniac