Cross River Police Commissioner dies of COVID-19

The Cross River State Commissioner of Police, CP Abdulkadir Jimoh has died of COVID-19 on Friday.

The late CP was admitted at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital Isolation (UCTH) centre after suffering some COVID-19 complications.

Prof. Ikpeme Ikpeme, Chief Medical Director (CMD) of UCTH, who confirmed the death of CP Jimoh, appealed to all who have had contact with the deceased police officer to go to the isolation centre for attention.

The late CP Jimoh resumed at the Cross River State Police Command in July 2020.

Coss River Governor Ben Ayade in his reaction, lamented the death of CP Jimoh and condoled with the family of the top police brass.

Governor Ayade who expressed shock and sadness over the death of the state Commissioner of Police, described his passing as a great loss to the state, country and the police force.

Ayade in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Christian Ita, described Jimoh as “a brave and courageous officer who was a central figure in the fight against kidnapping and other crimes in the State.

Ayade said: “You were a hero in our relentless quest to ensure peace. Your gallantry and bravey will remain an enduring memory as we mourn your sudden demise.”

“You kept us safe and gave us your all. We will forever remember you for your courage and bravery. Nothing will fill the void your passing has created, especially in our fight against criminality,” Ayade eulogized.