Delta police react to viral video of suspect’s killing
The Delta State Police Command is under scrutiny after a viral video showed a police officer killing a suspect in public. Bright Edafe, the command’s Public Relations Officer, admitted there is no clear explanation for the officer’s actions and suggested “spirituality may not be far from it.” The incident involved the killing of Mene Ogidi and has sparked widespread outrage on social media. The police have assured the public that due process will be followed as investigations continue.
What happened
- Bright Edafe said the command cannot explain the officer’s actions and described the situation as his most difficult moment in public relations.
- The incident reportedly occurred on Sunday, April 26, 2026, when police operatives apprehended Mene Ogidi, 28, who was allegedly trying to waybill a parcel suspected to contain a Beretta pistol and ammunition.
- The officer, ASP Nuhu Usman, discharged his firearm in violation of police procedures, resulting in the suspect’s death.
- The officer has been arrested and transferred to Abuja for further investigation as internal disciplinary processes continue.
- The Nigeria Police Force reiterated its stance against extrajudicial actions and promised that due process will be observed.
