Police Identifies Delta Killer Officer as ‘ASP Nuhu Usman,’ as IGP Assures of Justice for Victim
The Nigerian Police authorities have identified the police officer that fort and killed a suspect in Effurun, Delta State.
The Police in a statement issued on Tuesday bythe Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), DCP Anthony Okon Placid indentified the rouge officers as ASP Nuhu Usman who is attached to the Effurun Area Command, Delta State,
The Police also identified the victim as Mene Ogidi.
While calling on the public to remain calm, the statement revealed that the officers involved in the extra-judicial killing have been arrested and will be transferred to Abuja for disciplinary action.
The statement reads in part:
“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.”