POLICE CONDEMN EFFURUN SHOOTING, ORDER DISCIPLINARY ACTION AGAINST OFFICER

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By Aishat Momoh. O.

The Nigeria Police Force has condemned the fatal shooting of a suspect, Mene Ogidi, in Effurun, Delta State, and assured the public that justice will be served.

In a statement, the Force said the incident occurred on April 26, 2026, when operatives attached to the Effurun Area Command responded to credible intelligence from Benin Motor Park along the Warri–Sapele Expressway.

The suspect had reportedly been apprehended by members of a transport union while attempting to waybill a parcel containing a Beretta pistol loaded with four rounds of ammunition.

According to preliminary findings, while officers were making efforts to take the suspect into lawful custody, the team leader, ASP Nuhu Usman, discharged his firearm in violation of established police regulations, resulting in the suspect’s death.

The police leadership has since ordered the immediate transfer of the officer and his team to the Force Headquarters in Abuja, where they will face the Force Disciplinary Committee for summary disciplinary action and possible prosecution.

The Inspector-General of Police expressed condolences to the family of the deceased, assuring them that the matter would be handled in accordance with the law.

He also urged members of the public to remain calm and law-abiding as investigations and disciplinary processes continue.

The Force reiterated its zero-tolerance stance on extra-judicial killings, abuse of authority, and any misconduct capable of eroding public trust.