All the police personnel involved in the fatal shooting of Mr Mene Ogidi in the Effurun area of Delta State have been dismissed by the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).
A statement issued on Wednesday by the police spokesman, Mr Anthony Okon Placid, a Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), said findings established unequivocally that the principal officer, ASP Nuhu Usman, acted in gross violation of Force Order 237 and other extant regulations governing the use of firearms.
The police described his actions as unlawful, unprofessional, and a clear betrayal of the oath to protect life and uphold the law.
It was gathered that the assassination of Mr Ogidi, captured in a video online, happened on Sunday when the deceased was with a package believed to contain a pistol.
After a public outrage, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr Tunji Disu, directed all officers connected to the incident to be immediately withdrawn from the Delta State Command and transferred to Force Headquarters, Abuja, where they were subjected to expedited disciplinary proceedings.
The Force Disciplinary Committee (FDC), alongside other internal disciplinary processes, after the conclusion of its review, recommended the immediate dismissal of ASP Nuhu Usman and other officers found culpable.
This has been approved by the police chief and forwarded to the Police Service Commission (PSC) for ratification in line with due process.
It was disclosed that upon completion of the administrative procedures, the affected officers will be handed over to the appropriate judicial authorities for prosecution for their roles in the extrajudicial shooting.
Mr Disu reiterated, in the strongest terms, that the Nigeria Police Force maintains a zero-tolerance stance on extra-judicial actions and abuse of power. No uniform confers the right to take life outside the provisions of the law. Any officer who violates this fundamental principle will face the full weight of disciplinary and legal consequences.
He extended his deepest and most solemn condolences to the family of the deceased, acknowledging the pain and loss suffered and assured the family that this tragic incident would not be treated lightly. The Force is fully committed to ensuring that justice is not only served but seen to be served, in a manner that reinforces public confidence and institutional accountability.
Members of the public were urged to remain calm and law-abiding, as the Nigeria Police Force remains steadfast in its commitment to discipline, professionalism, and the protection of the rights and dignity of all citizens while ensuring accountability at all levels.