UYO – President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has called for justice and strengthened national accountability following the alleged extra-judicial killing of 28-year-old Mene Ogidi.

The incident, which occurred last week in Delta State, South – South Nigeria sparked reactions from across the country, while the Inspector – General of Police (IGP) Disu ordered immediate sack and prosecution of the culprits now cooling off their feets in the gulack.

Speaking before the commencement of plenary on Tuesday, Akpabio described the incident as one that strikes at the moral foundation of the nation, insisting it requires urgent attention from both the legislature and security agencies.

“Before we proceed with today’s business, I consider it necessary to address the tragic extra-judicial killing of citizen Mene Ogidi, just 28 years old,” he said.

Ogidi, an indigene of Ujevwu in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State, was reportedly shot dead on April 26, 2026, in circumstances that have sparked public outrage and renewed concerns over alleged police brutality and misuse of force.

Akpabio, in a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Media, Jackson Udom which was made available to the media said, “On behalf of the Senate and the National Assembly, I extend my condolences to the bereaved family, the Ujevwu community, and Nigerians affected by the tragic incident.

“Every Nigerian life is sacred. The strength of our Republic rests on the assurance that the life of every citizen, regardless of status, location, or circumstance, must be protected under the law”.

He emphasized that national unity and stability depend largely on public confidence in state institutions, particularly security agencies, noting that trust must remain the bedrock of governance.

“Every nation is built on trust, trust that the uniform of the state will protect, not harm; trust that authority will be exercised with restraint, not impunity; and trust that when wrong is done, justice will be swift, fair, and certain,” he added.

The Senate President acknowledged steps reportedly taken by the Nigeria Police, including the identification, dismissal, and prosecution of officers allegedly involved in the killing.

According to him, such actions signal that misconduct will not be tolerated and that accountability remains central to Nigeria’s democracy.

“Such decisive action sends a clear message that Nigeria will not shield misconduct and that accountability remains a cornerstone of our democracy,” he noted.

However, Akpabio stressed that initial actions must culminate in full and transparent justice.

“This commendable beginning must lead to conclusive justice. The Nigerian people expect and deserve nothing less than a transparent and diligent process that will culminate in justice being done and being seen to be done,” he said.

He further called for renewed commitment to the rule of law and institutional strengthening, urging that law enforcement agencies must be adequately empowered, while also being held accountable for their actions.

“In this hour of mourning, we are summoned to reaffirm our devotion to the sanctity of human life, the supremacy of the law, and the strengthening of our institutions,” he said.

Akpabio also directed the senator representing the affected constituency to convey the Senate’s condolences to the bereaved family, while urging relevant authorities to ensure a thorough investigation of the case alongside broader police reforms.

“Let this moment of grief spur us to renew our resolve to build a nation where justice knows no bias, institutions command trust, and every Nigerian lives free from fear,” he added.

The Senate thereafter observed a minute of silence in honour of the deceased, as calls for accountability and security reforms continue to mount across the country.