A young footballer by name, Sani has been shot d3ad by a yet-to-be identified police officer.
The officer reportedly opened fire and shot the young man under the influence of alcohol.
The incident occurred in the Angwan-Kaje area of Maitumbi, Minna, Chanchaga Local Government Area of Niger State
Reports say that the victim identified as Sani, was unarmed and posed no threat when the officer opened fire on him.
The incident allegedly occurred around 3 a.m. on Monday, March 10, 2025.
According to eyewitnesses, Sani was in the area when the officer, said to be intoxicated, began shooting recklessly.
A tea seller known as Mai Shayi was also targeted but managed to escape
“The officer shot him unlawfully while he was sleeping. He attempted to shoot another person called Mai Shayi, but he ran and escaped. Bullet shells were found at the scene,” a source told Sahara Reporters.
Another source described the deceased as a peaceful individual with no ties to criminal groups.
“We knew him. He was not arrogant and he did not belong to any ‘Yan daba’ group. He was a good person,” the source added.
When contacted, spokesperson of the Niger State Police Command, SP Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed that the case had been reported.
“The Command received the complaint of the alleged shooting this morning, which was reported to have occurred at about 3 a.m. on 10th March 2025 at Angwan-Kaje area of Maitumbi, Minna,” the PPRO stated.
“The Commissioner of Police has directed the DPO Maitumbi to investigate and identify the team who allegedly committed such a heinous act for further necessary action.
“Further development and action taken will be made known to the public in due course.”