The Delta State Police Command has condemned the public execution of a suspect by a police officer in the Area Command Effurun, Delta State. The police have stated that the officer has been arrested and transferred to the force headquarters for disciplinary action.
Incident Details
The suspect, identified as Mene Ogidi, was reportedly arrested while attempting to waybill a parcel containing a Beretta pistol with four rounds of ammunition. According to a statement by Bright Edafe, the spokesperson of the Delta State Police Command, the officer leading the team, ASP Nuhu Usman, discharged his firearm in clear violation of Force Order 237 and the Standard Operating Procedure of the Nigeria Police Force, leading to the death of the suspect.
Viral Video Sparks Outrage
A viral video of the incident shows Ogidi tied with a rope before being shot by the officer. This has sparked widespread outrage among Nigerians, who have taken to social media to express their anger and demand justice.
Public Reactions
Many Nigerians have shared their views on the killing. Frank Nero commented that all officers involved should rot in jail, stating, "In a sane country, all those officers will rot in jail, but trust Nigerian politicians, what they just did, which they have been doing, is guaranteed promotion for more brutality in the upcoming elections. They will use them to commit more atrocious activities, but with more care." John Femi alleged that the officer was trying to hide the truth by shooting the suspect, saying, "Omo, this officer is obviously hiding the truth and doesn't want the suspect confessing, because what the hell is this? Every day I see a reason to hate NPF, and may the Government never pay your pensions, continue spending and living on illegal arrest and bills." Ekene expressed confidence that the police might be covering some truth, stating, "I believe the police might be covering something secret, which may be why they executed him so fast. Because the man was screaming with a loud voice to show them something, but they ignored him." Aramide condemned indiscriminate killings by Nigerian security agencies, noting, "A few days ago, there were some soldiers going into a corps member's house and shot him in his bedroom, claiming accidental discharge. Today again, the police shot a suspect who was going to use a gun, according to the statement made. I personally feel that the officer might be trying to cover."
The Delta State Police Command has assured the public that a thorough investigation will be conducted and appropriate disciplinary measures will be taken against the officer involved.
