Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu has revealed a disturbing case of alleged extrajudicial killings in Delta State.
According to Gwamnishu, Oghenerume Ogidi, a sibling to Oghenemine Ogidi, was also extrajudicially killed by police in 2022.
Meanwhile, Oghenemine Ogidi was publicly executed a few days ago by officers of the Delta State Police Command.
Both siblings, from the same parents, were reportedly killed by ASP Usman Nuhu and other officers attached to the Delta State Police Command.
The incident has sparkes outrage and renewed calls for accountability in the police force.
Allegations of Impunity
According to Gwamnishu, the killings highlight what he described as “the unacceptable level of impunity currently in Delta State.”
He specifically accused ASP Usman Nuhu of being responsible for Oghenemine’s death.
He also raised troubling questions about the whereabouts of his body.
Six days after the incident, the family of Oghenemine has yet to recover his remains.
Activists fear the body may have been dumped in a river or buried in a shallow grave, underscoring the gravity of the allegations.
Family’s Ordeal
The Ogidi family has been left in anguish, struggling to come to terms with the loss of two sons within four years under similar circumstances.
Their inability to locate Oghenemine’s body has compounded their grief.
It has left the family in a state of uncertainty and despair.
Wider Concerns
This case has reignited debate over police brutality and extrajudicial killings in Nigeria.
Civil society groups argue that such incidents erode public trust in law enforcement.
They, therefore, demand urgent reforms to ensure accountability.
Observers note that Delta State has witnessed repeated allegations of police misconduct.
Calls for independent investigations from various quarters have often gone unanswered.
Activist’s Statement
“Nobody knows where ASP Usman Nuhu kept Oghenemine’s dead body.
Was he dumped in the river or in a shallow grave?
Six days and counting, the family are yet to see the body of Mena.” — Harrison Gwamnishu
Calls for Justice
Human rights advocates are urging the Inspector General of Police and the National Human Rights Commission to dig beneath the depth of the incident.
They stress that the Ogidi case must not be treated shabbily.
They warn that unchecked impunity could further destabilize communities and deepen mistrust between citizens and law enforcement.
Outlook on Extrajudicial Killings by Police in Nigeria
As public outrage grows, the tragedy of the Ogidi brothers has become a rallying point for activists demanding systemic change.
Whether authorities will act decisively remains to be seen.
In the meantime, the case underscores the urgent need for transparency, accountability, and respect for human rights in Nigeria’s policing system.
