Delta Police Score Big: 10 Suspected Kidnappers and Cultists Arrested, Firearms and Stolen Vehicle Recovered

Delta Police Score Big: 10 Suspected Kidnappers and Cultists Arrested, Firearms and Stolen Vehicle Recovered

By Naomisophyblog

The Delta State Police Command has made significant breakthroughs in its fight against crime, arresting 10 suspected kidnappers and cultists in separate operations across the state. The command’s Special Anti-Kidnapping and Cybercrime Squad, led by CP Aina Adesola, recovered firearms, a stolen Mercedes-Benz GLK, and illicit substances, dealing a major blow to criminal gangs operating in the region.

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ARREST OF SUSPECTED KIDNAPPING / ARMED ROBBERY SYNDICATE, AND RECOVERY OF ONE (1) LOCALLY FABRICATED BERETTA PISTOL WITH THREE (3) ROUNDS OF 9MM LIVE AMMUNITION, AND ONE (1) GLK MERCEDES BENZ VEHICLE:

On 20 January 2026, at about 0430 hours, operatives of the Special Anti-Kidnapping and Cybercrime Squad (SAKCCS), acting on credible intelligence, carried out a coordinated follow-up operation in connection with reported cases of kidnapping and armed robbery across Obinoba, Obiaruku, Abraka, Ororokpe and surrounding communities.

The intelligence-led operation, which was executed along the Jedo/Ugboton–Warri axis, saw the operatives discreetly trail a suspect to a notorious criminal hideout allegedly operated by one Oke Jerry Ekokodjie (male) and one Ibori (surname unknown). Upon storming the location, the principal suspects, Oke Jerry Ekokodjie and Ibori, along with three (3) others, were successfully arrested, while some members of the gang fled through adjoining creeks and waterways.

A thorough search of the premises led to the recovery of dangerous and incriminating exhibits: one (1) locally fabricated Beretta-style pistol with three (3) rounds of 9mm live ammunition, one (1) Mercedes-Benz GLK (black in colour), one (1) battle axe, illicit substances in commercial quantity, and one (1) Point-of-Sale (POS) machine.

The arrested suspects have been cautioned and are currently in police custody undergoing further investigation, while sustained efforts are ongoing to track down and apprehend the fleeing members of the criminal syndicate.

ARREST OF SUSPECTED CULTISTS, AND RECOVERY OF ONE (1) LOCALLY MADE PISTOL, TWO (2) BATTLE AXES, AND SUSPECTED ILLICIT/HARD SUBSTANCES:

On 22 January 2026, at about 0256 hours, a team of police operatives from Obiaruku Division carried out a targeted raid on a suspected cultists’ hideout at Amai Community, Ndokwa East Local Government Area.

During the operation, five (5) suspects were arrested. They include Frank Etiyemonu (male, 36 years), Chinedu Emeka (male, 25 years), Festus Nwadiche (male, 26 years), Azuju Onowu (male, 29 years), and Ozor Blessing (male, 29 years).

A search conducted at the hideout led to the recovery of incriminating items, including one (1) locally made pistol, two (2) battle axes, quantities of Indian hemp and other suspected hard drugs, as well as other dangerous weapons.

The suspects are currently in police custody, while investigations are ongoing.

The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Aina Adesola, commended the operatives for their professionalism and effective use of actionable intelligence. He reaffirmed the Command’s unwavering resolve to rid Delta State of criminal elements through sustained proactive and intelligence-led policing. The CP urged residents to remain vigilant and continue to support the Police with timely and credible information, assuring strict confidentiality.

SP. Bright Edafe, ANIPR, FCIA, FIPMD, PPRO Delta State Command, Asaba, related this report to the press on Thursday, January 22, 2026.