The Nigeria Police Force has ordered dismissal from service and prosecution of Nuhu Usman an Assistant Superintendent of Police, and his colleagues involved in the extrajudicial killing of a handcuffed man in Delta State.
Penpushing reports that the Force Public Relations Officer, Anthony Okon, made this known on Wednesday in a statement on Wednesday, disclosing that the Force Disciplinary Committee (FDC) has concluded its findings on the extra-judicial killing.
The statement stated that the committee established “unequivocally” that the principal officer, Usman, acted in gross violation of Force Order 237 and other extant regulations governing the use of firearms.
Penpushing further reports that Okon added that the committee concluded that his actions were unlawful, unprofessional, and a clear betrayal of the oath to protect life and uphold the law.
“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 the same to the Police Service Commission for ratification in line with due process,” he said.
“Upon completion of the administrative procedures, the affected officers will be handed over to the appropriate judicial authorities for prosecution for their roles in the extrajudicial shooting,” the statement added.
Penpushing also reports that the statement said the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has reiterated that the police maintain a zero-tolerance stance against extrajudicial actions and the abuse of power.
“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 statement said.
Penpushing reports that the statement stated that the police boss, commiserated with the family of the executed man, acknowledging the pain and loss suffered by them and assured the family that the tragic incident would be followed to a “logical conclusion.”
“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,” he assured.
Penpushing further reports that he urged Nigerians to remain calm and law-abiding, assuring that the police would remain steadfast in their commitment to discipline, professionalism, among others
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