The governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, has condemned the extrajudicial killing of 28-year-old Mine Ogidi by a police officer attached to the Effurun Area Command.
In a statement issued by his spokesman on Thursday, Sir Festus Ahon, Oborevwori described the incident as “barbaric, unlawful, and a grave violation of the sanctity of human life.”
He extended heartfelt condolences to the victim’s family in Ujevwu, Udu Local Government Area, stressing that no citizen should be subjected to such treatment.
He commended the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force for initiating disciplinary measures, including the reported dismissal and planned prosecution of officers found culpable.
The governor described the action as a step toward accountability and restoring public confidence.
Oborevwori called for a thorough investigation into all those implicated, emphasizing that justice must be both done and seen to be done.
He assured the bereaved family of the state government’s support and pledged that the case would be followed through to its logical conclusion.
He also urged residents to remain calm and law-abiding, reiterating his administration’s commitment to protecting lives and upholding the rule of law.
