Delta shooting: Officer sent to Force headquarters for discipline

By Christopher Oji

The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, has condemned the extra-judicial killing of a suspect, Mene Ogidi, 28, which occurred on April 26, 2026, in Effurun.

The unfortunate incident occurred when operatives attached to Area Command, Effurun, received intelligence from members of the public regarding the deceased, who was reportedly apprehended while attempting to waybill a parcel containing a Beretta pistol with four rounds of ammunition.

Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, said: “Police operatives were promptly deployed to the scene to take the suspect into custody. However, the police officer leading the team, ASP Nuhu Usman, in clear violation of Force Order 237 and the Standard Operating Procedure of the Nigeria Police Force, discharged his firearm, leading to the death of the suspect.

“Upon receipt of the report, the CP directed the Area Commander, Effurun, to immediately arrest ASP Nuhu Usman and transfer him to the State Headquarters, Asaba, for necessary disciplinary action. The officer has since been queried and transferred to Force Headquarters, Abuja, where he will appear before the Force Disciplinary Committee, currently in session, for immediate disciplinary sanction and prosecution.

“The Command, in line with the policy of the Force, emphasizes respect for the rule of law, human rights, professionalism, accountability, and public trust. The Command further reaffirms its zero tolerance for lawlessness, recklessness, and extra-judicial conduct.

“CP Yemi Oyeniyi extends his sincere condolences to the family of the deceased, Mene Ogidi, and assures the bereaved family that the Command is fully committed to ensuring that justice is served.

“The CP hereby appeals to members of the public to remain calm and law-abiding, as all necessary steps are being taken to bring the culprit to justice.”