IGP Orders Arrest Of Policeman Caught In Viral Video Executing Suspect In Delta

The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has ordered the arrest and transfer of a police officer captured in a viral video allegedly executing a young man in broad daylight in Effurun, Delta State.

The incident, which sparked widespread outrage on social media, involved a 28-year-old suspect identified as Mene Ogidi, whose hands were reportedly tied behind his back before he was shot by the officer in full public view.

In a statement issued by the Delta State Police Command, the Commissioner of Police condemned the extra-judicial killing and confirmed that the officer responsible, ASP Nuhu Usman, has been arrested and transferred to Force Headquarters in Abuja for disciplinary action and prosecution.

According to the police, operatives attached to Area Command Effurun had received intelligence from members of the public that the deceased was apprehended while attempting to waybill a parcel containing a Beretta pistol with four rounds of ammunition.

Police officers were deployed to take the suspect into custody, but ASP Usman, who led the team, allegedly violated Force Order 237 and the Standard Operating Procedure of the Nigeria Police Force by discharging his firearm, resulting in the suspect’s death.

Following the incident, the Commissioner of Police, Yemi Oyeniyi, directed the immediate arrest of the officer and his transfer to the State Headquarters in Asaba before he was moved to Force Headquarters, Abuja.

The police said the officer has been queried and will appear before the Force Disciplinary Committee for immediate disciplinary sanctions and prosecution.

The command reiterated its commitment to professionalism, accountability, human rights, and respect for the rule of law, stressing its zero tolerance for lawlessness, recklessness, and extra-judicial conduct.

CP Oyeniyi also extended condolences to the family of the deceased and assured them that justice would be served.

He appealed to members of the public to remain calm and law-abiding as the police continue investigations into the incident.

Below is the letter:

SP. BRIGHT EDAFE, ANIPR, FCIA, FIPMD

POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,

DELTA STATE COMMAND,

ASABA

28/4/2026

Another Statement From Force Headquarters Abuja

EFFURUN SHOOTING: POLICE ASSURE JUSTICE AS OFFICER FACES DISCIPLINARY ACTION

The Nigeria Police Force condemns the fatal shooting of a suspect, Mene Ogidi, which occurred on 26th April 2026 in Effurun, Delta State.

Preliminary reports indicate that operatives attached to the Effurun Area Command responded to credible information from Benin Motor Park along the Warri–Sapele Expressway regarding a suspect apprehended by members of a transport union while attempting to waybill a parcel containing a Beretta pistol with four rounds of ammunition.

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 Nigeria Police Force has directed the immediate transfer of the officer and his team to Force Headquarters, Abuja, where they would face the Force Disciplinary Committee for summary disciplinary measures and prosecution.

The Inspector-General of Police extends his condolences to the family of the deceased and assures them that justice will be served in accordance with the law. He further urges members of the public to remain calm and law-abiding as the disciplinary and legal processes take their course.

The Nigeria Police Force maintains a zero-tolerance stance on extra-judicial actions, abuse of authority, and any conduct that undermines public trust.

DCP ANTHONY OKON PLACID, psc(+), mnipr, mni

Force Public Relations Officer

Force Headquarters, Abuja

28th April 2026