Police Summon Activist Over Viral Oghenemine Shooting Video
By Ekanem ASUQUO
Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu has been invited by the Delta State Police Command for questioning in connection with allegations arising from his circulation of a viral video showing the killing of Oghenemine Ogidi by a police officer in Effurun.
Gwamnishu, who heads the Behind Bars Human Rights and Safe City Volunteer Foundation, disclosed the invitation through a video posted on his social media accounts.
The invitation letter, dated June 1, 2026, was issued by the State Criminal Investigation Department in Asaba. It stated that police were investigating allegations of conspiracy, attempted murder, incitement to terrorism, communal unrest and obstruction.
The activist was directed to appear before the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the Criminal Investigation Department through the Officer in Charge of Homicide on June 4.
Despite the scheduled date, Gwamnishu said he reported to the police headquarters in Asaba ahead of time to demonstrate his willingness to cooperate with investigators.
Reacting to the development, he insisted that he had committed no offence and that his involvement in the matter was limited to sharing information about the controversial killing.
According to him, publicizing the incident was necessary to draw attention to concerns about police conduct and the need for accountability.
He questioned the circumstances surrounding the shooting, arguing that a suspect who had already been arrested and restrained should not have been subjected to lethal force.
Gwamnishu dismissed the allegations contained in the police invitation as unfounded and maintained that he had no links to terrorism, attempted murder or any criminal activity.
He also called for anyone who may have submitted false information against him to be held responsible.
The activist further revealed that he had received threats from various sources since the case gained public attention.
He denied playing any role in the recent transfer of police personnel from the Delta State Command and emphasized that his activities on social media were aimed at supporting efforts to combat crime and insecurity.
Gwamnishu maintained that he neither possesses firearms nor performs the duties of security agencies, adding that he only uses available platforms to assist in exposing criminal activities and security concerns.
The invitation comes amid growing public interest in the killing of Oghenemine Ogidi, which has generated widespread calls for justice and renewed scrutiny of police actions in Delta State.
