By The Nigeria Police Force has disclosed plans to dismiss and prosecute officers found culpable over the controversial killing of Mene Ogidi in Effurun, Delta State.
The development follows widespread outrage that trailed the circulation of a video, earlier reported by AfrikTimes, showing a police officer identified as ASP Nuhu Usman shooting Mene Ogidi, whose hands had already been cuffed behind his back. The footage sparked nationwide condemnation and renewed calls for accountability within the police system.
In an update issued on Wednesday from the Force Headquarters, the spokesperson, DCP Anthony Okon, confirmed that all officers linked to the April 26 incident, which led to the death of Mene Ogidi, were “immediately withdrawn” from Delta State and transferred to Abuja for what it described as expedited disciplinary procedures.
According to the statement, findings by the Force Disciplinary Committee established that the principal officer involved, ASP Nuhu Usman, acted in “gross violation of Force Order 237 and other extant regulations governing the use of firearms,” stressing that his conduct was “unlawful, unprofessional, and a clear betrayal of the oath to protect life and uphold the law.”
The Inspector General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has consequently approved recommendations for the dismissal of the officer and others found culpable, with the decision now forwarded 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 added.
Reiterating its position, the Force maintained that it operates a “zero-tolerance stance on extra-judicial actions and abuse of power,” warning that “no uniform confers the right to take life outside the provisions of the law.”
The Inspector-General of Police also extended condolences to the family of the deceased, assuring that the case would be pursued to ensure justice is both served and seen to be served.
The latest action comes amid sustained public pressure for reforms within the police, with many Nigerians insisting that beyond disciplinary measures, systemic accountability must be prioritised to prevent future occurrences.
