The Delta State Police Command has announced significant security achievements made across the state between October and early November 2025, including the rescue of kidnapped victims, the arrest of armed suspects, and the recovery of firearms, ammunition, ransom money, and illicit drugs.
During a press briefing at the Command Headquarters in Asaba, Commissioner of Police, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, said the successes reflect intensified intelligence-led policing and collaboration with community vigilantes.
Kidnapping Foiled, Firearms Recovered
On November 1, police operatives, acting on a distress call from Obinomba community, tracked armed kidnappers into a forest where a suspected kidnapper was neutralised in a gun duel. The female victim was rescued unharmed, and an AK-47 rifle with ammunition was recovered.
Similarly, operatives arrested multiple suspected kidnappers following intelligence-driven raids in Anambra State, recovering ₦4.1 million ransom money linked to the abduction of two individuals in Asaba on October 3.
Arms Trafficker Arrested
A major arms dealer, identified as Ahmed Ibrahim, was apprehended in Warri following the arrest of an accomplice. Polic recovered 115 rounds of AK-47 ammunition, 220 rounds of SMG ammunition, 32 cartridges, and later discovered a buried AK-47 rifle. The suspect is linked to previous kidnappings and high-profile robberies.
Other Arrests and Recoveries
The Command reported several arrests stemming from stop-and-search operations, intelligence raids and community reports, including:
- Arrest of an armed robbery suspect with a concealed firearm during a passenger vehicle check.
- Interception of a 62-year-old woman transporting 178 live cartridges on a motorcycle in Bomadi.
- Rescue of kidnapped victims in Ubeji community and Ovian Aladja.
- Arrest of suspected cultists linked to online gang activities and recovery of locally made guns.
- Interception of firearms in Asaba, leading to the arrest of a suspected gun runner.
- Arrest of armed robbery suspects with firearms and ATM cards during a crackdown in Sapele and Ibusa.
- Seizure of large quantities of illicit drugs, including codeine, tramadol, and cannabis in Effurun.
Summary of Achievements
- Firearms recovered: 13
- Ammunition and cartridges recovered: 591
- Kidnapped victims rescued: 5
- Suspects arrested: 77
- Vehicles recovered: 3
- Ransom recovered: ₦4,100,000
CP Abaniwonda urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity to the nearest police station or via the Command’s emergency line: 08036684974.
He reiterated the Command’s commitment to sustaining the fight against crime and ensuring the safety of lives and property across Delta State.
