Police Officer Arrested Over Delta Shooting Transferred to Force HQ as IGP Disu Orders Full Probe; Command Reaffirms ‘Zero Tolerance’ for Brutality

The Nigeria Police Force has taken a decisive step toward accountability as the Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, ordered the immediate transfer of a police officer arrested for a shooting incident in Delta State to the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The directive, issued today Tuesday, April 28, 2026, follows a wave of public concern regarding the professional conduct of personnel in the South-South region.

The incident, which took place in Asaba, reportedly involved the unauthorized discharge of a firearm by the officer during a confrontation with citizens. While the Delta State Police Command acted swiftly to disarm and detain the personnel involved, the IGP’s intervention to move the case to the national headquarters is seen as a move to guarantee an “unbiased and water-tight” investigation.

Confirming the development, the Delta State Commissioner of Police, Aina Adesola, stated that the Command has a “zero-tolerance” policy for any form of extrajudicial activity or harassment. “The Nigeria Police Force is a disciplined institution. Any officer who acts outside the established rules of engagement will be made to face the full weight of the law,” Adesola remarked, noting that the transfer to Abuja was a strategic decision to ensure the process is transparent to all stakeholders.

The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Benjamin Hundeyin, also confirmed that the officer would undergo an expedited Orderly Room Trial at the FHQ. The trial will focus on the breach of Force Order 237, which strictly governs the use of firearms by personnel.

As the 2027 transition cycle approaches and the government prioritizes internal security reforms, the Presidency has reiterated its support for the IGP’s “Accountability First” policy. Observers in the “legal trenches” view this transfer as a significant signal that the leadership of the Force is determined to weed out “trigger-happy” elements and restore the “digital-age” trust between the police and the public. For now, the suspect remains in federal custody in Abuja as investigators prepare the final charges for the disciplinary hearing.