The Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, has finally stepped forward to provide a crucial update regarding the remains of the slain upcoming singer, Mene Ogidi, following heavy allegations made by a social media influencer on X. This clarification came shortly after a popular influencer boldly alleged that the authorities could not locate the body of the young singer who was shot dead on April 26, 2026, by a police officer attached to the Effurun-Uvwie police command.
Background of the Incident
It will be recalled that the twenty-eight-year-old Mene Ogidi was shot dead by a police officer, later identified as ASP Nuhu Usman. The police subsequently released a statement confirming the arrest of the officer involved after a video of the brutal incident, shared by activist Harrison Gwamnishu, went viral and sparked public outrage. Public anger grew louder when celebrities such as Yvonne Jegede, comedian I Go Save, Falz the Bahd Guy, Cubana Chief Priest, and Kanayo O. Kanayo condemned the extrajudicial killing. A female victim also came forward to share her own painful encounter with the same officer, adding to the storm of reactions.
Influencer's Allegation and Police Response
Matters escalated further on May 1, 2026, when influencer Rinu Oduala alleged online that the police claimed they could not locate Mene Ogidi’s body, fuelling suspicion and questions about transparency. Responding to the allegation, Police PRO SP Bright Edafe explained that the body was never missing but kept at the mortuary, with the family duly informed. He stated that the family could view the remains whenever they wished, but an autopsy must be carried out because of the nature of the case. According to him, the family had already agreed to this arrangement.
Edafe said: “His body is at the mortuary and the family have been told that whenever they want to see it, they will be allowed to. However it’s a case of suspected murder, so autopsy is compulsory and the family also agreed to this. Thank you. It’s called suspected murder. That’s what the law says. A suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty by a court of competent jurisdiction. The evidence is clear, so justice is guaranteed.”
Public Reactions
The clarification and mention of a mandatory autopsy have sparked fresh reactions on social media, with many Nigerians questioning the police command over the handling of the case. Legit.ng compiled the reactions of netizens below:
- @harab_man said: “Suspected Murder? For a murder we all witness happened? That policeman is a Murderer, and he should be executed too. And why would you need an autopsy for someone you shot? He didn't die mysteriously, you killed him. WHAT IS AN AUTOPSY NEEDED FOR?”
- @ChinonsoFriday5 commented: “Bright, the Driver; the evil friend; the park management should be questioned. 2ndly, why can't our officers wear body cam; their name tag and proper uniform at all times”
- @thislesh wrote: “Autopsy??? For something the whole world saw. What else is there to examine??? Suspected murder??? How??? NPF abeg na abeg??”
- @nsogbu001 reacted: “Only in Nigeria an officer will have the balls to publicly execute someone like this, you can even speak about your right in front of them for fear of disappearing”
Fresh Allegations from Harrison Gwamnishu
Earlier, activist Harrison Gwamnishu revealed fresh details surrounding the extrajudicial killing of Mene Ogidi. He claimed the police misled the public, alleging that the two men seen in the viral footage were not officers but civilians disguised in police polo shirts. Gwamnishu alleged their names were Efe and Godwin and that they were directly involved in the operation, accusing Area Commander ACP Aliyu Shaba of hiding their identities.
The Delta State Police PRO has not yet responded to these fresh allegations, but the public continues to demand transparency and justice for the slain singer.
