The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, has approved the dismissal and prosecution of Nuhu Usman, an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), and other officers implicated in the killing of a suspect in Efunrun, Delta State.

The decision follows recommendations by the Force Disciplinary Committee (FDC), which found the officers culpable after concluding its review of the incident.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Anthony Placid, the Force Public Relations Officer, said the FDC—alongside other internal disciplinary processes had concluded its review of the incident and found that the officer “acted in gross violation of Force Order 237 and other extant regulations governing the use of firearms.”

“Consequently, the FDC has recommended the immediate dismissal of ASP Nuhu Usman and other officers found culpable. The Inspector-General of Police has approved the recommendations and forwarded same to the Police Service Commission for ratification in line with due process,” the statement read.
Recall that on Tuesday, a trending video on social media showed the shooting of a suspect who had been restrained by a police officer attached to the Delta State Police Command.

In the less-than-two-minute video, the male suspect was seen sitting on the ground with his hands tied behind his back.
The footage sparked widespread public outrage, with calls for the prosecution of the officers involved and justice for the victim.

In a separate statement on Tuesday, Bright Edafe, the Police Public Relations Officer in Delta State, confirmed that the officer—identified as Usman Nuhu—had been arrested and transferred to the Force Headquarters in Abuja for disciplinary proceedings.
“The Inspector-General of Police reiterates, in the strongest terms, that the Nigeria Police Force maintains a zero-tolerance stance on extrajudicial actions and abuse of power,” he said.

“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.”
The IGP also extended condolences to the family of the deceased, Mr. Mene Ogidi.

“He acknowledges the pain and loss suffered and assures the family that this tragic incident will 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.”