Police Rescue 5 Gateway Polytechnic Students After Gun Battle With Kidnappers

Five students of Gateway Polytechnic, Sapade, Ogun State, who were abducted by suspected kidnappers, have been rescued by operatives of the Ogun State Police Command after an intense intelligence-led operation involving multiple tactical units.

The students were reportedly kidnapped late on Monday, April 27, 2026, around the Sapade area in Remo North Local Government Area, throwing the institution and surrounding communities into panic.

According to the Ogun State Police Command, the incident was first reported at about 10:55 p.m. when officers at the Ipara Division received a distress call about a suspected abduction.

Police spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, disclosed in a statement on Wednesday that a patrol team immediately moved to the scene where they discovered an abandoned ash-coloured Toyota vehicle riddled with bullet holes and stained with blood.

“The vehicle was observed with visible bullet impacts and blood stains, while mobile phones and other personal belongings were recovered from within,” Babaseyi said.

Further checks by operatives reportedly revealed an identity card belonging to a student of Gateway Polytechnic, confirming that the occupants of the vehicle were students of the institution.

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The discovery prompted the immediate activation of a large-scale rescue mission ordered by the Ogun State Commissioner of Police, CP Bode Ojajuni.

According to the police, the rescue operation involved operatives from the Isara Area Command, Ipara Division, SWAT, Anti-Kidnapping Unit, Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), Quick Response Squad (QRS), and OP MESA.

Security teams subsequently launched coordinated bush-combing operations and tracking exercises across suspected escape routes used by the abductors.

Police authorities said the sustained pressure mounted by the operatives forced the kidnappers into a confrontation with security personnel during the rescue effort.

“During the rescue operation, the kidnappers engaged operatives in a gun duel but were overwhelmed by superior firepower and tactical response, forcing them to flee with suspected gunshot wounds,” Babaseyi stated.

The five students were eventually rescued on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, less than 24 hours after the abduction.

Authorities confirmed that the victims were immediately evacuated from the forest, debriefed, and taken for medical attention due to the physical and psychological conditions they suffered while in captivity.

Police also confirmed that no casualty was recorded among security operatives involved in the operation.

The Ogun State Police Command has since intensified bush-combing and manhunt operations to track down the fleeing suspects, with authorities expressing confidence that arrests will soon be made.

Commissioner of Police Bode Ojajuni commended the tactical teams involved in the operation, describing the rescue as a result of swift coordination, intelligence gathering, and rapid deployment.

The incident has once again highlighted growing concerns over kidnapping and insecurity affecting students and commuters across parts of Nigeria, particularly along highways and semi-rural communities.

Residents around Sapade and neighbouring communities have called for increased security patrols and surveillance around schools and major roads to prevent future attacks.

The police meanwhile urged members of the public to remain vigilant and continue sharing credible information that could assist security agencies in tracking criminal groups operating within the state. (Royal News)

Police Rescue 5 Gateway Polytechnic Students After Gun Battle With Kidnappers

ASP Nuhu: Viral Delta Police Shooting Raises Questions Over Officer’s Past

The fatal shooting of 28-year-old Mene Ogidi by a police officer in Effurun, Delta State, has continued to generate outrage across Nigeria, with fresh scrutiny now focused on the operational history and conduct of the officer identified as ASP Usman Nuhu.

The controversy began after a disturbing viral video surfaced online showing Ogidi seated on the ground with his hands tied behind his back while pleading for his life before he was shot at close range during a police operation along the Warri–Sapele Expressway.

In the footage, the victim repeatedly begged the officers not to kill him, insisting he had been misled by a friend and offering to cooperate with investigators.

“Officers, abeg, I go tell you everything. Na my friend deceive me. E dey Sapele. I go carry you go the place,” Ogidi was heard saying moments before the shooting.

Despite the suspect being restrained and posing no visible threat, an officer later identified as ASP Usman Nuhu allegedly cocked his rifle and fired directly at him. The suspect immediately collapsed as shocked residents and passers-by watched the scene unfold.

Following public outrage triggered by the video, the Delta State Police Command confirmed that the officer involved was ASP Usman Nuhu, attached to the Effurun Area Command.

Police spokesperson Bright Edafe stated that Ogidi had allegedly been arrested during an operation involving suspected illegal possession and transportation of a Beretta pistol and ammunition.

However, the command admitted that the shooting violated Force Order 237 and the Standard Operating Procedures of the Nigeria Police Force, which regulate the use of firearms during operations.

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The police subsequently arrested ASP Nuhu, queried him internally, and transferred him to Force Headquarters in Abuja for disciplinary proceedings and possible prosecution.

As the case gained national attention, reports and eyewitness accounts also began emerging about the officer’s alleged operational history.

Several local reports claimed ASP Nuhu was known in parts of the Niger Delta by the nickname “Ogbegbe,” loosely translated as “Gun-shooter,” allegedly due to his aggressive operational style and frequent use of force.

Some residents and online commentators further alleged that he had previously served in tactical policing units, including the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), and may have faced complaints over excessive force in earlier postings.

Unverified reports also suggested that the officer had been transferred from previous commands following allegations of misconduct. However, no official police records confirming prior disciplinary action against him have been publicly released.

The growing revelations have intensified public criticism, with many Nigerians questioning how an officer accused of repeated aggressive conduct remained in active service.

Meanwhile, rights groups and civil society organisations have called for a broader investigation into all officers present during the incident, arguing that accountability should not stop with the officer who pulled the trigger.

Witnesses alleged that other officers were present during the operation and failed to intervene despite the suspect already being restrained.

The Delta State Police Command has maintained that investigations are ongoing and assured the public that justice will be served.

Commissioner of Police, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, condemned the incident and extended condolences to the family of the deceased, insisting that the command remains committed to transparency and accountability.

The killing of Mene Ogidi has once again reignited national conversations around police brutality in Nigeria, use of excessive force, and the need for deeper reforms within the Nigeria Police Force.

Human rights advocates have continued to demand stricter enforcement of operational guidelines, independent oversight, and tougher sanctions against officers involved in unlawful killings.

As disciplinary proceedings continue at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, many Nigerians say the outcome of the case will test the sincerity of ongoing promises of police reform and accountability.

ASP Nuhu: Viral Delta Police Shooting Raises Questions Over Officer’s Past

Police Officer Arrested After Shooting Handcuffed Suspect Dead in Viral Video

A wave of outrage has trailed a disturbing incident in Delta State where a police officer allegedly shot and killed a handcuffed suspect during an operation in the Effurun area. The incident, captured in a viral video, has sparked nationwide condemnation and renewed concerns over police conduct.

The footage, which has circulated widely on social media, shows the suspect seated on the ground with his hands tied behind his back with a rope while surrounded by armed officers of the Nigeria Police Force.

Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Yemi Oyeniyi

In the video, the suspect is heard pleading for his life in Pidgin English, insisting he was misled by a friend in Sapele, Delta State, and offering to lead officers to the person. He repeatedly begged not to be shot.

“Officers, abeg, I go tell you everything. Na my friend deceive me. E dey Sapele. I go carry you go the place,” he is heard saying as he cried and pleaded for mercy.

Despite being restrained and posing no visible threat, one of the officers—reportedly dressed in mufti—was seen cocking a rifle before firing directly at the suspect at close range. The man immediately collapsed as bystanders watched in shock.

After the shooting, officers were seen carrying the body into a Toyota Sienna vehicle marked “Nigeria Police Force, Effurun Area Command, Uvwie.”

The Delta State Police Command confirmed the incident and identified the deceased as Mene Ogidi, 28. Police spokesperson Bright Edafe said the officer involved, ASP Nuhu Usman, has been arrested and transferred for disciplinary action.

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According to the police, operatives from the Effurun Area Command acted on intelligence suggesting the suspect was linked to illegal movement of a firearm, allegedly a Beretta pistol with ammunition. However, the command admitted that the officer violated operational procedures by shooting a suspect already in custody and restrained.

The police stated that the action contravened Force Order 237 and the Standard Operating Procedures of the Nigeria Police Force, which govern the use of firearms during operations. Following the incident, ASP Nuhu Usman was detained in Asaba before being transferred to Force Headquarters in Abuja for further disciplinary proceedings.

The police further confirmed that the officer will appear before the Force Disciplinary Committee, where his conduct will be reviewed and appropriate sanctions determined. Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, condemned the incident, assured the public of a full investigation, and extended condolences to the family of the deceased.

The viral video has triggered widespread anger across social media, with many Nigerians describing the act as excessive use of force and a violation of human rights. Human rights advocates have also renewed calls for stronger enforcement of police accountability in Nigeria, particularly in cases involving suspects already in custody.

The incident has further intensified national conversations around police brutality in Nigeria, with growing demands for reforms, improved training, and stricter disciplinary measures within the security system.

Investigations are ongoing as authorities work to establish the full circumstances surrounding the killing.

Police Officer Arrested After Shooting Handcuffed Suspect Dead in Viral Video