The Public Relations officer of the Nigeria Police Command, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin has relived his last telephone conversation with retired 18th Indigenous Inspector-General of Police, Solomon Arase who died on Sunday August 31st 2025.
In his tribute via his Facebook account, Hundeyin wrote, “exactly fifteen days ago, I got the sudden urge to check up on you”.
“I called. You picked up at first ring and we spoke. You asked if I was okay and encouraged me to keep the flag flying. I never ever guessed it was the last time.
“Rest well, sir. Your words of encouragement will forever remain indelible.
“IGP Solomon Ehigiator Arase (Rtd)
June 21, 1956 – August 31, 2025”, he said.
