Police hand over case of slain Delta youth to AGF for prosecution
The Nigeria Police Force has transferred the case file of the shooting of Mene Ogidi in Effurun, Delta State, to the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation. The Police Service Commission has confirmed the dismissal of the officers involved in the incident. Anthony Placid, the Force Public Relations Officer, stated that the police will fully cooperate with the AGF’s office to ensure justice. The officers found culpable are currently in custody, and further investigations are ongoing.
What we know
- The case file on the killing of Mene Ogidi has been sent to the Attorney General of the Federation for prosecution.
- The Police Service Commission has reviewed and confirmed the immediate dismissal of ASP Nuhu and three other officers involved.
- Anthony Placid said the officers were arrested after internal disciplinary procedures were concluded.
- The incident occurred after Mene Ogidi received a parcel containing a fabricated Beretta pistol and ammunition, leading to his arrest and subsequent shooting by police.
- Efforts are ongoing to apprehend other suspects, including the parcel’s driver and two vigilante members.
