The Nigeria Police Force has condemned the fatal shooting of a suspect, Mene Ogidi, in Effurun, Delta State, assuring that justice will be served.
The incident, which occurred on April 26, 2026, involved operatives attached to the Effurun Area Command who had responded to intelligence from Benin Motor Park along the Warri–Sapele Expressway.
This was contained in a statement on Tuesday by the Force spokesman, Anthony Placid.
Placid, said the suspect had been apprehended by members of a transport union while attempting to waybill a parcel containing a Beretta pistol and four rounds of ammunition.
Police authorities said that while efforts were underway to take the suspect into lawful custody, the team leader, Nuhu Usman, discharged his firearm in violation of established regulations, leading to the suspect’s death.
The Force Headquarters has ordered the immediate transfer of the officer and his team to Abuja, where they will face the Force Disciplinary Committee for summary disciplinary action and possible prosecution.
The statement read, “The Nigeria Police Force condemns the fatal shooting of a suspect, Mene Ogidi, which occurred on 26th April 2026 in Effurun, Delta State.
“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.
“The leadership of the Force has directed the immediate transfer of the officer and his team to Force Headquarters, Abuja, where they will face the Force Disciplinary Committee for summary disciplinary measures and prosecution.”
The Inspector-General of Police extended condolences to the family of the deceased, assuring that due process would be followed.
He also urged members of the public to remain calm and law-abiding as investigations and disciplinary procedures continue.
The police reiterated their zero-tolerance stance on extrajudicial actions and abuse of authority, warning that any conduct capable of undermining public trust would be dealt with in accordance with the law.