ASABA, Nigeria — The Delta State Police Command has invited human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu for questioning over what it described as criminal allegations linked to the viral video showing the killing of Oghenemine Ogidi in Effurun, Delta State.
Gwamnishu, founder of Behind Bars Human Rights Foundation, was one of those who shared the video in which ASP Usman Nuhu was seen shooting Ogidi, an unarmed suspect who had already been restrained. The footage triggered nationwide outrage and intensified calls for accountability within the Nigeria Police Force.
According to Vanguard, Gwamnishu honoured the police invitation two days ahead of the stipulated date. He said his “only sin” was posting the video of the incident, insisting that his action helped expose an alleged extrajudicial killing and push authorities to respond.
Ogidi, also known as Mene Ogidi or Oghenemine, was reportedly shot dead in Effurun on April 26, 2026, after being stopped in connection with a waybill package allegedly containing a firearm and ammunition. Reports said he denied knowledge of the contents and pleaded to be allowed to identify the sender before he was shot at close range.
The incident sparked protests and condemnation from civil society groups, lawyers and members of the public. The police later arrested Nuhu and transferred him to Force Headquarters in Abuja for disciplinary action. The Inspector-General of Police also ordered the dismissal and criminal prosecution of the officer involved, according to reports cited in the aftermath of the killing.
The invitation of Gwamnishu has raised fresh concern among rights advocates, who say individuals who expose alleged police misconduct should not be treated as suspects unless there is clear evidence of wrongdoing. Activists argue that citizen videos have become an important tool for documenting abuse, especially in cases where official accounts may be disputed.
Police have not publicly released full details of the criminal allegations against Gwamnishu. The command, however, is expected to question him as part of its continuing investigation into how the video was obtained, circulated and connected to public reactions after the killing.
For Ogidi’s family and supporters, the central demand remains justice. They want all officers involved in the incident identified, prosecuted and held accountable.
The case continues to test public trust in police accountability in Nigeria, where extrajudicial killings and abuse of power have long been major concerns.
