Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has described the late retired Deputy Inspector General of Police, Parry Osayande, as a courageous and disciplined police officer.
Osayande died at the age of 89 on Sunday in Benin, Edo State. His passing was confirmed in a condolence statement released by the President of the Immaculate Conception College Old Boys’ Association Worldwide, Ighodalo Edetanlen.
Okpebholo, in a statement by his media aide, Fred Itua, said he received the deceased’s death with sorrow and a deep sense of loss.
The governor extended his condolences to the Osayande family, the Benin Kingdom, and the entire people of Edo State on the transition of this distinguished son of the state.
The statement added, “The Late DIG Osayande is an exemplary icon of professionalism and a patriot whose entire life was dedicated to the service of his community and the nation.
Our state has lost a giant, a man of impeccable character whose contributions to the peace and security of Nigeria, and specifically to the history of the defunct Bendel State and our current Edo State, can never be forgotten.
“The name Parry Osayande is synonymous with courage, discipline, and a sterling commitment to justice. His legendary exploits during his tenure as Commissioner of Police in the then Bendel State, especially in confronting the high-profile criminal gangs of the 1980s, remain a benchmark for police operational excellence in our country.”
Governor Okpebholo further noted that DIG Osayande’s influence extended far beyond his operational duties, highlighting his role as a reformer and intellectual within the Nigeria Police Force.
He added, “Even in retirement, DIG Osayande continued to serve as a national asset, lending his immense experience to various presidential and police reform committees, where his dedication to restructuring the police for better service delivery was evident. He was a true son of the soil who championed the cause of the Edo people in every capacity he served.
“I pray that God grants the soul of the departed eternal rest and provides the family, friends, and associates the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.”
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