In what appears to be a firm stance against police misconduct, the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered the dismissal and prosecution of a police officer involved in the fatal shooting of a civilian in Effurun, Delta State. The incident, which occurred on April 26, 2026, led to the tragic death of a young man identified as Mene Ogidi, sparking outrage and renewed concerns over the conduct of security operatives in Nigeria. Preliminary findings revealed that the officer, ASP Nuhu Usman, breached established rules governing the use of firearms, particularly provisions under Force Order 237, guidelines designed to regulate the use of lethal force by police personnel. Following an internal review, the Nigeria Police Force described the officer’s actions as unlawful, unprofessional, and a gross violation of the duty to protect life. The Force Disciplinary Committee subsequently recommended his dismissal, a decision now approved by the IGP, alongside immediate ste...
A 12-year-old boy SAMUEL Oladimeji has been declared missing.
SAMUEL Oladimeji attended Victory Montessori School Dele Yes Sir Area, Osogbo, Osun state capital.
According to the family of Oladimeji said, he left home yesterday 16th Nov, 2023. around evening from Egbedi in Egbedore LGA to Omobolanle area in Osogbo through keke Napep.
“This is to announce that we are looking for a 12 year old boy named; SAMUEL Oladimeji, he is fair in complexion, the last place he was seen is around Dele Yes sir, where he attended Victory Montessori School Dele yes sir Area, Osogbo.
“He entered Maruwa from Egbedi to Ómóbolanle around 7:30pm
“If found, kindly contact : 07034579956, or take him to the nearest police station.
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