The Inspector-General of Police, Rilwan Olutunji Disu, has ordered disciplinary action and recommended prosecution for officers involved in the fatal shooting of Mene Ogidi in Effurun, Delta State.
IGP condemns shooting as criminal
Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, the IGP described the incident as “criminal, unprofessional, and completely unacceptable,” stressing that it contradicts the core values of the Nigeria Police Force.
He said the officer at the centre of the case, ASP Nuhu Usman, acted in clear violation of established procedures and rules governing the use of firearms.
Disu stated firmly that the conduct had no place within the police institution.
Officers face dismissal and prosecution
The IGP disclosed that all officers linked to the incident were immediately transferred to the Force Headquarters in Abuja for investigation and disciplinary review.
According to him, proceedings by the Force Disciplinary Committee and the Orderly Room Tribunal confirmed breaches of operational procedures and unlawful conduct.
Both bodies have now recommended the dismissal of ASP Nuhu Usman and other implicated officers, alongside their prosecution for unlawful homicide.
Case moves to Police Service Commission
Disu said the recommendations have been forwarded to the Police Service Commission for final approval, after which the affected officers will be handed over to judicial authorities.
He emphasised that the actions of the officers were individual violations and should not be seen as reflective of the Nigeria Police Force as an institution.
The IGP reiterated that the Force operates under the rule of law and does not tolerate misconduct within its ranks.
Condolence and assurance of justice
The police chief extended condolences to the family of the deceased, acknowledging the gravity of the loss and the public concern surrounding the incident.
He assured that justice would be pursued transparently and that the process would be seen to its conclusion.
Disu also urged members of the public to remain calm and avoid taking the law into their own hands.
Renewed stance against police impunity
Reaffirming the Force’s position, the IGP stated that accountability remains a priority and that no officer is above the law.
He added that ongoing reforms are aimed at strengthening discipline and restoring public confidence in policing across the country.