The Delta State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Usman Nuhu following the fatal shooting of 28-year-old suspect Mene Ogidi in Effurun, Delta State. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, gained widespread attention after a video showing Ogidi being restrained before being shot surfaced on social media on Tuesday. The police have since taken swift action, transferring Nuhu and his team to the Force Headquarters in Abuja for disciplinary proceedings and possible prosecution.
According to the Force Public Relations Officer, Anthony Placid, Ogidi was apprehended at the Benin Motor Park along the Warri–Sapele Expressway while allegedly attempting to waybill a parcel containing a Beretta pistol with four rounds of ammunition. Placid stated that police operatives from the Effurun Area Command responded to credible information from a transport union that had detained the suspect. During the attempt to take Ogidi into lawful custody, ASP Nuhu allegedly discharged his firearm in clear violation of police regulations, resulting in the suspect’s death.
Placid emphasized that the Inspector-General of Police has ordered the immediate transfer of Nuhu and his team to Abuja to face disciplinary measures. The officers will appear before the Force Disciplinary Committee, where they may face summary punishment and criminal prosecution. The police spokesperson also extended condolences to Ogidi’s family, assuring them that justice will be served in accordance with the law.
The incident has sparked public outrage, especially after the viral video showed the suspect being restrained and then shot. The Nigeria Police Force has reiterated its zero-tolerance policy on extra-judicial killings, abuse of authority, and any actions that erode public trust. Placid urged Nigerians to remain calm and allow the legal and disciplinary processes to unfold without interference.
The arrest of ASP Usman Nuhu marks a significant step in the Force’s commitment to accountability and transparency. It also highlights ongoing concerns about police conduct and the need for reforms to ensure public safety without compromising human rights. As investigations continue, the case will likely draw further scrutiny on police training, oversight, and the use of force in Nigeria.
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