The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed the death of a police officer following a tragic shooting incident in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

The incident occurred on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at about 1:20 p.m. at Next Cash and Carry Supermart in the Trans-Amadi area of the state. The deceased, Inspector Ibrahim Sani, was reportedly on joint guard duty with military personnel alongside Inspector Daniel Dauda, both attached to 14 Police Mobile Force (PMF), Yola.

This was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Police Public Relations Officer, Rivers State Command, CSP Grace Iringe-Koko.

According to the Police, the suspect, Inspector Victor Okus, a colleague attached to 17 PMF but on special duty at Intels, Onne, allegedly opened fire on the officers, shooting them in the head and neck regions.

The injured officers were immediately rushed to Nopsam Hospital for medical attention. Inspector Sani was later pronounced dead, while Inspector Dauda is currently receiving treatment. The remains of the deceased have been deposited at the Military Hospital Mortuary in Port Harcourt for preservation and autopsy.

The Rivers State Commissioner of Police, CP Olugbenga A. Adepoju, psc, mnips, has ordered a comprehensive and transparent investigation into the incident. The suspect has been arrested and is presently in police custody.

Police authorities disclosed that the suspect will undergo an Orderly Room Trial and will subsequently be charged to court to face prosecution, assuring that justice will be served.

CP Adepoju also cautioned officers on the responsible handling of firearms, stressing that it is a serious duty that requires utmost care to prevent avoidable tragedies.

The Rivers State Police Command expressed deep condolences to the family, colleagues, and friends of the late Inspector Ibrahim Sani, while reaffirming its commitment to professionalism, discipline, and accountability within the Force.