RismadarVoice Reporters
June 3, 2026
Human rights activist and safe society advocate, Harrison Gwamnishu, has been invited by the Delta State Police Command for questioning over allegations including conspiracy, attempted murder, incitement to terrorism, communal violence, and obstruction.
The invitation comes after Gwamnishu shared a viral video showing the alleged extrajudicial killing of Oghenemine Ogidi by a police officer in Effurun, Delta State.
In a letter dated June 1, 2026, and signed on behalf of the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Gwamnishu was directed to appear before the State CID in Asaba on June 4.
The letter stated that the police were investigating a case involving allegations of conspiracy, attempted murder, incitement to engage in terrorism, communal conflict, and obstruction, and requested his presence for questioning.
Rather than wait until the scheduled date, Gwamnishu appeared at the Delta State Police Command headquarters in Asaba two days earlier and informed his followers through a video posted on social media.
Speaking in the video, the Director-General of Behind Bars Human Rights and Safe City Volunteer Foundation maintained that he had done nothing wrong and insisted that his only involvement was publicising Oghenemine’s case to draw attention to alleged police brutality.
According to him, the deceased was already under arrest, restrained, and cooperating with officers when he was allegedly shot.
“My only offence is posting Oghenemine’s case because it deserved public attention in the fight against police brutality,” he stated.
Gwamnishu dismissed the allegations contained in the police invitation as baseless and challenged authorities to identify anyone who may have filed a petition against him.
He argued that anyone found to have provided false information to law enforcement should be held accountable.
The activist also disclosed that he had received threats from various quarters following his involvement in publicising the incident and other security-related matters.
Responding to suggestions that his activities interfere with law enforcement operations, Gwamnishu said his work focuses on supporting communities and assisting victims through advocacy and information sharing.
He stressed that he does not carry weapons or perform the duties of security agencies, adding that his contributions are aimed at supporting efforts to improve safety and accountability.
The controversy stems from the killing of Oghenemine Ogidi, an incident that generated widespread public attention after video footage circulated online.
The case has already led to legal proceedings against several police officers, while civil society groups and rights advocates continue to demand accountability and justice.
The police have not publicly linked Gwamnishu to the killing itself, but his invitation for questioning has sparked debate over the role of activists and whistleblowers in exposing alleged human rights violations.
As investigations continue, attention remains focused on both the circumstances surrounding Oghenemine’s death and the allegations that led to the activist’s summons by the Delta State Police Command.
