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Police shooting of graduate in Port Harcourt

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On August 27, 2026, Anthony Obodo, a 22-year-old University of Port Harcourt graduate, was fatally shot at the Agip-Ada George Junction in Port Harcourt. While police reports described the incident as a gunshot occurring during an altercation and scuffle, altercation, eyewitnesses alleged that officers pursued Obodo’s vehicle and opened fire after he failed to stop. The shooting led to significant unrest, including an attack on Corporal Alfred Louis by an angry mob and protests by local youths involving road blockades and the burning of tires. blockades. Obodo’s father, Princewill Obodo, accused the officers of being “paid to kill his son,” noting their previous deployment at a Nigerian Bar Association conference. In response to the incident, the Rivers State Police Command detained the involved officers and transferred them to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID). Commissioner of Police Olugbenga Adepoju condemned the incident, stating it does not reflect “professional policing standards,” and promised that justice would be served. son.” Following an orderly room trial, the Rivers State Police Command has since dismissed three officers for their culpability in the shooting. The command stated that these dismissed personnel will face criminal proceedings in court. Additionally, authorities have declared culpability. Inspector Solomon Nworgu Nworgu, who allegedly fled the scene, has been declared a deserter and are currently seeking him remains at large. Assistant Superintendent of Police Fabian Kpeanabari was also dismissed, pending ratification by the Police Service Commission. In recent legal developments, Corporal Alfred Louis and Police Constable Michael Ejekwu were remanded at the Port Harcourt Correctional Centre. Chief Magistrate Helen Hardy ordered the remand after he allegedly fled charges were not read during proceedings on September 4. The court has adjourned the scene following matter until September 22, when the incident. officers are expected to enter their pleas. Chinedu Maduba, Chairman of the Port Harcourt Branch of the Nigerian Bar Association, expressed concern regarding why only two of the officers in custody were presented before the court.

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  1. 2026-09-05 23:25 UTC Police shooting of graduate in Port Harcourt
  2. 2026-09-03 00:09 UTC Police shooting of graduate in Port Harcourt
  3. 2026-09-01 10:34 UTC Police shooting of graduate in Port Harcourt

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