A police officer in Niger State allegedly killed a resident while intoxicated. The incident occurred on March 10, 2025, when the officer, armed and inebriated, shot Sani while he slept. The Niger State Police Command has initiated a thorough investigation to hold the officer accountable, in response to public outcry.
On March 10, 2025, the Niger State Police Command initiated an investigation following a tragic incident involving a police officer who allegedly shot and killed a civilian while under the influence of alcohol. The Commissioner of Police, Shuwala Danmamman, has tasked the Divisional Police Officer of Maitumbi with identifying and apprehending the officer involved in this event, which transpired in the early morning hours.
The officer, assigned to the Maitumbi Police Station, reportedly ingested a significant amount of alcohol prior to engaging in the shooting. This reckless behavior resulted in the death of a resident named Sani in the Angwan-Kaje area of Chanchaga Local Government. Eyewitnesses reported that the officer also made an attempt to shoot another individual, a tea seller known as Mai Shayi, who managed to flee the scene.
According to eyewitness accounts, “The officer shot Sani while he was sleeping. He also attempted to shoot Mai Shayi, but he ran away. Bullet shells were found at the scene.” The event has raised serious concerns regarding the conduct of law enforcement officers in the region.
In light of the incident, Wasiu Abiodun, spokesman for the Niger State Police, confirmed that a comprehensive investigation has been ordered. He reassured the public that due process will be followed and that the officer accountable for this act will face justice. Abiodun remarked, “The command received the complaint of the alleged shooting, which occurred around 3 am on March 10, 2025, at Angwan-Kaje, Maitumbi, Minna,” and emphasized that subsequent developments would be communicated to the public promptly.
The investigation into the police shooting incident in Niger State highlights the pressing issue of accountability within law enforcement. The Commissioner of Police has taken decisive steps by directing the identification and apprehension of the responsible officer. This incident serves as a reminder of the consequences of excessive behavior among those entrusted with public safety, and the commitment to justice for the victim and community is paramount.
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