Three Kaduna cops dismissed for shooting in the air

The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed three officers, including Inspector Dahiru Shuaibu, Sergeant Abdullahi Badamasi, and Sergeant Isah Danladi, for gross indiscipline, misuse of firearms, abuse of power, and wasting live ammunition. The officers were caught on video firing live rounds into the air while on escort duties for a Kano musician on April 7, 2023.

In a statement released on Thursday, the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, disclosed that the officers’ actions were in contravention of police policy against firing in the air, standard operating procedure, and relevant Force Orders. He added that the officers’ actions were not only criminal and unprofessional but also embarrassing to the Force and the nation at large.

Adejobi further warned all officers to ensure that they carry out their duties in line with the laws to avoid running foul of its provisions and attracting attendant sanctions.