Investigation Launched into Shooting Death of Young Footballer in Niger

The Niger State Police Command is investigating the shooting of Sani Khalid, a young footballer, which occurred during a disturbance in Minna. Police clarified that rumors about the officer being intoxicated were unfounded. Khalid was fatally shot when law enforcement attempted to disperse a crowd, prompting further inquiry into the actions of the officer involved.

The Niger State Police Command has initiated an investigation following the fatal shooting of Sani Khalid, a young footballer, in the Anguwan Kaje area of Minna. This incident, which transpired on March 10, 2025, around 3 a.m., has raised significant community concern.

According to SP Wasiu Abiodun, the Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, officers from the Maitumbi Division responded to a distress signal regarding a disturbance caused by local youths. The officers faced hostility when they arrived, as they were reportedly attacked with stones, prompting a member of the patrol team to discharge their weapon, inadvertently wounding Khalid in the stomach.

The Divisional Police Officer of Maitumbi has been instructed to conduct a thorough investigation to identify the officer involved in the shooting. Community members have expressed their dismay, characterizing Sani as a peaceful individual with no affiliations to criminal activities. They emphasized, “He was a good person,” reflecting the profound loss felt by those who knew him.

The investigation into the tragic shooting of Sani Khalid signifies the Niger State Police’s commitment to accountability. With assurances of thorough scrutiny expected, the community seeks justice for a young man described as kind and law-abiding. This incident underscores the ongoing necessity for police sensitivity in handling community disturbances to prevent future tragedies.

Original Source: dailypost.ng