The Delta State Police Command has achieved significant breakthroughs in its sustained offensive against criminal gangs across the state, resulting in the death of a suspected kidnapper, the arrest of several armed robbery and cult-related suspects, and the recovery of multiple arms and ammunition.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, commended the operatives for their gallantry and also appreciated community stakeholders for continually providing credible intelligence that enhances the command’s crime-fighting efforts.
Suspected Kidnapper Killed, AK-47 Rifle Recovered
In the early hours of December 1, 2025, operatives of the State Anti-Cult Unit (SACU), supported by community volunteers, acted on intelligence indicating that suspected kidnappers were converging in the Obiaruku forest to launch an attack.
On sighting the operatives, the suspects opened fire from multiple directions. The officers returned fire, leading to the death of one suspect, while others escaped with injuries.
Items recovered from the scene include:
- One AK-47 rifle
- Forty-two rounds of live ammunition
- Nine mobile phones
- Assorted charms
Armed Robbery/Cult Gang Dismantled, Firearms and Stolen Tricycles Recovered
Between November 28 and 29, 2025, the CP-Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT), led by ASP Julius Robinson, recorded major successes in operations across Ughelli, Oghara, and Sapele.
Acting on intelligence around the Ekuigbo axis, operatives arrested a key suspect, Kelvin Oke (42), and recovered a stolen tricycle.
Further coordinated raids led to the arrest of Victor Oyaye (26), the alleged gang leader, and Monday Emakpo (31). Another stolen tricycle and a locally made shotgun loaded with six live cartridges were recovered.
Sustaining the tempo, CP-SAT operatives stormed the Ogharake, Oghara residence of Jeffery Saint (28) on November 29. The suspect attempted to flee but was arrested. A search of his premises led to the recovery of:
- One locally fabricated Beretta pistol
- Fifteen rounds of live ammunition
Eagle Net Squad Arrests Suspect, Recovers Pistol and Cartridges
On November 29, 2025, operatives of the Eagle Net Special Squad, led by SP Danyaya Inusa, apprehended Ezekiel Edeya (28) during a stop-and-search operation near Northwest Filling Station by Mariam Babangida Junction on the Asaba–Benin Expressway.
The suspect attempted to flee but was caught. A red handbag he tried to discard was recovered, containing:
- One locally fabricated pistol
- Three live cartridges
- An iron plier
- One screwdriver
All suspects are currently in custody as investigations continue.
SP Bright Edafe, ANIPR, FCIA, FIPMD
Police Public Relations Officer
Delta State Command
Asaba
