Condemnation of the Brutal Repression of Peaceful Protesters in Delta State, Justice for Omena, And the Immediate Resignation of Inspector General of Police, Disu

PRESS STATEMENT

29/04/2026

Condemnation of the Brutal Repression of Peaceful Protesters in Delta State, Justice for Omena, And the Immediate Resignation of Inspector General of Police, Disu

The Take It Back Movement strongly condemns the violent crackdown on peaceful protesters in Delta State who are demanding justice for the extra-judicial killing of 28-year-old Mene (popularly known as Omena), who was shot dead by ASP Nuhu Usman of the Nigeria Police Force.

We are deeply alarmed by credible reports that instead of restraint and professionalism, officers deployed in Delta State have resorted to the use of tear gas and intimidation against unarmed citizens exercising their constitutional rights to peaceful assembly and expression. This is a gross violation of democratic norms and an unacceptable abuse of state power.

The killing of Omena is not an isolated incident. It reflects a persistent and systemic pattern of extra-judicial killings, abuse of power, and institutional failure within the Nigeria Police Force. The continued shielding of officers implicated in such acts has only emboldened impunity and deepened public distrust.

In light of these developments, the Take It Back Movement states as follows:

1. We demand the immediate resignation of the Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu
2. We demand the immediate, independent, and transparent investigation into the killing of Omena, with full disclosure of findings to the public.
3. We demand the immediate suspension, arrest, and prosecution of ASP Nuhu Usman and all officers directly or indirectly involved in the killing.
4. We demand the immediate removal of all heads of police formations in Delta State, without exception, as they have failed in their constitutional duty to ensure discipline, accountability, and the protection of citizens’ lives.
5. We demand an immediate end to the harassment, intimidation, and use of force against peaceful protesters in Delta State and across Nigeria.
6. We demand urgent and comprehensive reforms of the Nigeria Police Force to dismantle entrenched systems of brutality and restore public confidence in law enforcement.

We insist on full respect for the constitutional rights of Nigerians, particularly the rights to life, dignity, and peaceful assembly as guaranteed under the 1999 Constitution (as amended).
The Take It Back Movement stands in full solidarity with the people of Delta State, the protesting youths, and the family of Omena in this demand for justice. No democracy can survive where citizens are killed with impunity and punished for demanding accountability.

We make it clear: justice delayed in this matter will only deepen national unrest and further erode trust in public institutions. We demand accountability over the repression and justice for all those affected.

Signed:
Juwon Sanyaolu
National Coordinator,
Take It Back Movement,
Nigeria.