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The Nigeria Police Force has ordered the dismissal of officers involved in a fatal shooting incident in Effurun, Delta State, and will hand them over for prosecution, authorities announced on Wednesday.
The shooting occurred on April 26, 2026, resulting in the death of Mr Mene Ogidi, according to a statement from Force Public Relations Officer DCP Anthony Okon Placid.
Following an earlier directive from the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, all officers connected to the incident were withdrawn from the Delta State Command and transferred to the Force Headquarters in Abuja for expedited disciplinary proceedings.
Principal officer acted unlawfully
The Force Disciplinary Committee concluded its review and established that the principal officer, ASP Nuhu Usman, acted in “gross violation” of Force Order 237 and other regulations governing the use of firearms.
“His actions were unlawful, unprofessional, and a clear betrayal of the oath to protect life and uphold the law,” the statement read.
Dismissal and prosecution ordered
The committee recommended the immediate dismissal of ASP Nuhu Usman and other officers found culpable. The Inspector-General of Police approved the recommendations and forwarded them to the Police Service Commission for ratification.
“Upon completion of the administrative procedures, the affected officers will be handed over to the appropriate judicial authorities for prosecution for their roles in the extrajudicial shooting,” the statement said.
Zero tolerance for abuse of power
The Inspector-General reiterated the police force’s zero-tolerance stance on extrajudicial actions and abuse of power.
“No uniform confers the right to take life outside the provisions of the law. Any officer who violates this fundamental principle will face the full weight of disciplinary and legal consequences,” the statement read.
The IGP extended condolences to the family of Mr Ogidi and assured them that the incident would not be treated lightly.
“The Force is fully committed to ensuring that justice is not only served but seen to be served, in a manner that reinforces public confidence and institutional accountability,” the statement added.
Members of the public were urged to remain calm and law-abiding.
FORCE LEADERSHIP ORDERS DISMISSAL,PROSECUTION OF OFFICERS INVOLVED IN EFFURUN SHOOTING
The Nigeria Police Force hereby provides an update on the disciplinary actions taken following the fatal shooting incident of 26th April 2026 in Effurun, Delta State, which resulted in the… pic.twitter.com/34urSxfXCV
— Nigeria Police Force (@PoliceNG) April 29, 2026
