Activist Alleges Miscarriage of Justice in Nigerian Killing Probe

Concerns are mounting over the handling of the investigation into the killing of Oghenemine Ogidi, with crime activist Harrison Gwamnishu alleging a potential miscarriage of justice. Gwamnishu, whose earlier video of the April 26, 2026 shooting at a motor park brought the incident to public attention, has pointed to significant discrepancies in the identification of those connected to the case.

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there were inconsistencies in the list of police personnel and civilians reportedly connected to the incident.

The Nigeria Police Force had initially announced the arrest and dismissal of ASP Nuhu Usman and four other officers following internal disciplinary proceedings. However, Gwamnishu contends that while these officers were part of a surveillance team linked to the case, they were not physically present at the scene of the shooting. Furthermore, he claims that two civilians allegedly involved in the incident have yet to be identified or apprehended by investigators, raising serious questions about the thoroughness and transparency of the probe.

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while the dismissed officers were members of a surveillance team linked to the case, they were not physically present at the scene of the shooting.

Gwamnishu is urging authorities to ensure a comprehensive and impartial investigation, emphasizing that all individuals connected to the incident, whether police personnel or civilians, must be properly identified and investigated. He has called upon relevant legal and legislative bodies to take an interest in the matter, stressing the importance of accountability. The police have stated that the case is now being handled by the Force Monitoring Unit in Abuja, but have not yet responded to Gwamnishu's latest allegations. The situation continues to draw public concern, with stakeholders demanding clarity and transparency in the ongoing investigation.

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two civilians allegedly involved in the incident had not been identified or apprehended by investigators, urging authorities to ensure a transparent and comprehensive probe.