Wednesday, April 29, 2026 - The Nigeria Police Force has condemned the fatal shooting of a suspect, Mene Ogidi, which occurred in Effurun, Delta State.
Reports indicate that operatives attached to the Effurun
Area Command responded to credible information from Benin Motor Park along the
Warri–Sapele Expressway regarding a suspect apprehended by members of a
transport union while attempting to waybill a parcel containing a Beretta
pistol with four rounds of ammunition.
While efforts were being made to take the suspect into
lawful custody, the team leader, ASP Nuhu Usman, discharged his firearm in
clear violation of extant regulations, resulting in the death of the suspect.
A statement signed by DCP Anthony Okon, Force Public
Relations Officer, said the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force has directed
the immediate transfer of the officer and his team to Force Headquarters,
Abuja, where they would face the Force Disciplinary Committee for summary
disciplinary measures and prosecution.
The statement added that the Inspector-General of Police
extends his condolences to the family of the deceased and assures them that
justice will be served in accordance with the law.
He further urges members of the public to remain calm and
law-abiding as the disciplinary and legal processes take their course.
It said that the Nigeria Police Force maintains a
zero-tolerance stance on extra-judicial actions, abuse of authority, and any
conduct that undermines public trust.
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