Dafinone condemns killing of Udu youth, demands justice for Ogidi
Senator Ede Dafinone (Delta Central) has condemned the alleged extrajudicial killing of 28-year-old Oghenemine Million Ogidi in Effurun, Delta State, demanding an immediate and transparent investigation into the incident. Ogidi,
Senator Ede Dafinone (Delta Central) has condemned the alleged extrajudicial killing of 28-year-old Oghenemine Million Ogidi in Effurun, Delta State, demanding an immediate and transparent investigation into the incident.
Ogidi, an indigene of Ujevwu in Udu Local Government Area, was reportedly shot dead on April 26, 2026 in circumstances that have sparked outrage and renewed concerns over alleged police brutality and abuse of force by security operatives.
In a statement on Tuesday, Dafinone described the killing as “heinous,” insisting that security personnel entrusted with the responsibility of protecting lives must never turn their weapons against innocent citizens.
He said: "It is with deep shock and profound sadness that I received the news of the tragic death of Mr. Oghenemine Million Ogidi, a 28-year-old youth from Ujevwu, Udu Local Government Area, who was reportedly killed on the 26th of April, 2026, in Effurun, Delta State. This extrajudicial killing is a heinous act that I condemn in the strongest possible terms. The sanctity of human life is paramount, and it is utterly unacceptable for those entrusted with the protection of citizens to turn their weapons against them in such a reckless and unwarranted manner.
“I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Ogidi family and the entire Udu community during this incredibly difficult time. No parent should have to endure the agony of burying a child under such preventable and traumatic circumstances. My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family as they navigate this profound loss, and I share in their grief as we demand accountability for this inexcusable loss of life."
Dafinone called on the Inspector General of Police and the Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, to ensure that the officer responsible for the killing is identified and prosecuted.
“I call upon the Inspector General of Police and the Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, to immediately launch a comprehensive and transparent investigation into this incident to ensure the "trigger-happy" officer responsible is brought to justice. My office will actively interface with the police leadership to monitor the progress of this investigation, ensuring that no stone is left unturned and that the law takes its full course to bring closure and justice to the Ogidi family.
“While I urge the police to act with dispatch, I appeal to the constituents of Udu and the general public to remain calm and law-abiding, allowing the investigative authorities to perform their duties without interference. Furthermore, I use this medium to charge all armed security personnel operating within our district to uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and adhere strictly to the rules of engagement. Protecting lives, not taking them, must remain the primary duty of every officer, and we will continue to advocate for a security architecture that respects the rights and dignity of all citizens.”
