A Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) attached to the 12 Police Mobile Force (PMF) in Minna, Niger State, has died in a tragic incident after reportedly shooting himself. The event took place during a routine arms audit at his office.
Details of the Tragic Incident
The Niger State Police Command confirmed that the incident occurred on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m.. The officer, identified as DSP Abdullahi Isah, was being escorted to his office as part of standard investigative procedures linked to an ongoing arms audit.
According to police spokesperson, SP Wasiu Abiodun, DSP Isah had been arrested a day earlier, on Monday, December 15, 2025. His arrest was connected to suspicions of his involvement in illegal dealings with ammunition.
While the audit was in progress at his office, DSP Isah allegedly picked up a pistol and shot himself in the head. He died instantly from the self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Fallout and Ongoing Investigation
In the aftermath of the tragedy, the police officers assigned to escort and monitor DSP Isah during the audit process were immediately arrested. They face allegations of negligence for failing to prevent the incident from occurring.
The Police Public Relations Officer assured the public that a thorough and priority investigation is underway. SP Wasiu Abiodun stated that the command is committed to establishing all the facts surrounding the case and ensuring accountability where necessary.
A Separate Police Tragedy
In a separate and unrelated tragic event on the same day, an Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) also died. ACP Ogbon-Inu Taiwo Popoola, who was in charge of the State Intelligence Department (SID) in Ebonyi State, slumped during a management meeting.
The incident happened at about 10:30 a.m. on December 16, 2025, at the Commissioner of Police's office in Abakaliki. He was rushed to the Police Medical Centre but was confirmed dead by doctors. Preliminary medical reports indicate his death resulted from cardiac arrest, secondary to hypertensive heart disease.
These back-to-back incidents have sent shockwaves through the Nigeria Police Force, highlighting the immense pressures and challenges faced by officers across different ranks and regions.
