Five dismissed police officers have pleaded not guilty to charges linked to the alleged extrajudicial killing of Delta-based musician Oghenemine Ogidi, popularly known as OG Million.
The officers appeared before the Delta State High Court in Asaba on Tuesday. Their plea marks the beginning of a trial expected to closely examine the circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting.
The case remains one of the most closely watched police accountability matters in recent months. Meanwhile, the Delta State Government has assured the public that it is fully prepared to prosecute the matter and pursue justice through the courts.
The OG Million extrajudicial killing case centers on five former police officers, including the prime suspect, ASP Usman Nuhu. According to court proceedings, Nuhu is facing a murder charge, while the remaining four defendants were charged with negligent acts causing harm.
After all five defendants entered not guilty pleas, Justice M. Nduka adjourned the matter until July 14, 2026, when the trial is expected to begin.
Furthermore, the Delta State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Ekemejero Ohwovoriole (SAN), expressed confidence in the prosecution’s case.
“The defendants have been arraigned and have taken their pleas, as they are entitled to do. They pleaded not guilty, but our case is very straightforward. Nobody has the right to make himself the accuser, the judge and the executioner,” he said.
Moreover, the Attorney-General described the incident as deeply disturbing and assured residents that the state would diligently pursue the case.
“We are fully prepared for the trial. I assure the public that justice will be served.”
The charges stem from the death of 28-year-old musician Oghenemine Ogidi, widely known as OG Million. He died on April 26, 2026, at Effurun Main Motor Park in Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State.
According to the allegations presented in court, Ogidi was allegedly caught while attempting to send a parcel containing a Beretta pistol and four rounds of ammunition to a recipient in Sapele.
However, the incident became the subject of intense public debate after a video circulated widely on social media.
The footage reportedly showed the musician being shot while his hands were tied behind his back.
In addition, the case led to disciplinary actions against the officers before criminal charges were eventually filed.
The OG Million extrajudicial killing case has also renewed conversations about human rights, the use of force by security agencies and the importance of due process in criminal investigations.
As the trial approaches, attention is expected to remain on the proceedings. Both the prosecution and the defence will present their cases before the court, which will determine the outcome based on the evidence presented.
