……..Recovers two suspected stolen vehicles,two Beretta pistol,four pump action guns,three double barrel guns and one locally made pistol .
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The Delta State Police Command has reiterated its commitment to continually tackle crimes and criminality in the state, especially armed robbery,in order for Deltans to sleep with their two eyes closed as he has mandated all officers to key into it and adopt the proactive Policing strategies which have so far been yielding results.
According to the press release signed by the Police Public Relation Officer, SP Edafe Bright, the Commissioner of Police,CP Abaniwonda Olufemi stated that the command arrested nine suspected kidnappers and recovered three pump-action guns, three double/single-barrel guns, one locally made gun, and thirteen rounds of live cartridges, stating that manhunt for the other fleeing suspects is ongoing
CP Abaniwonda went further to state that the command arrested one Henry Aniogor ,a native of Ejeme-Aniogor community in Aniocha south LGA but lives in Ibusa,who has been on the command’s watch list and one pump-action gun was recovered from him. Also recovered is a Toyota Highlander with Reg. no RBC-414-BL, and a Hyundai car with Reg. no LSD-367-DU, suspected to have been stolen from their victims.
He noted that preliminary investigations revealed that the gang has been involved in multiple car snatches and manhunt for his gang members is being intensified while investigation is ongoing.
The police helmsman said that on the 25th of April 2025, at about 1835hrs, operatives of CP Special assignment team, while acting on intelligence, embarked on a sting operation and stormed the residence of one Mudiaga Okparume,aged 24yrs of Alegbo road in Effurun community in Uvwie LGA and a search warrant was executed in the apartment during which two Beretta pistols and five rounds of live ammunition, rounds of live cartridges were recovered.
Upon further interrogation, the suspect led the operatives to Ugbokposo in Uvwie LGA, where one of his gang members, Arinze Humble, age 31 years, was arrested and they both confessed to being members of Vikings confraternity.Suspects and exhibits are in custody while the investigation is ongoing.
He however appealed to the general public to always intimate the Command of any act of lawlessness and criminality in any part of the state as all hands must be on deck to collectively police Delta State
……..Recovers three AK-47 Rifles and One hundred and fifty rounds of 7.62mm Ammunition.
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In a bid to curb crime and reduce the rate of kidnapping in the State,operatives of CP-Special Assignment team in Delta State on 21st April 2025, acting on intelligence relating to kidnapping in Ubuluku, isseluku, issele-Asagba and environs by one Bello Abubakar and his gang members, the operatives stormed one of their hideouts in Agu-Amawbia forest, Anambra state.
In a release signed by the Police Public Relation Officer,SP Edafe Bright stated that during the raid of the suspects hideout in the forest, the operatives recovered one Ak-47 rifle, one hundred and thirty-two rounds of live ammunition.
Further investigation was extended to another of their hideout in a forest between Issele-Asagba and Utulu, where the said Bello Abubakar and his gang members were waiting in Ambush.
The suspected kidnappers attacked the policemen in a fierce gun battle but the team who were aware of the battle ahead reciprocated in like manner.
Investigator news reports that the suspects could not withstand the firepower of the operatives and ran in different direction with various degrees of bullet injuries.
Five of the suspects including the said bello Abubakar who could not escape due to severity of their injuries were taken to the hospital where they were confirmed dead.
Investigator news gathered that two additional AK-47 rifles and eighteen (18) rounds of 7.62mm ammunition were recovered in the forest. Manhunt for other injured fleeing suspects in ongoing.
Photo caption:Polaris Bank’s MD with Executive Directors of the bank alongside the NDLEA team during their courtesy visit to the bank recently.
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Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its unwavering support for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in the fight against drug abuse, trafficking, and money laundering in Nigeria and beyond.
The pledge was made by the Bank’s Managing Director/CEO, Kayode Lawal, during a courtesy visit by a 15-member NDLEA management team to the Bank’s headquarters in Lagos last Wednesday.
Polaris Bank has been a longstanding supporter of NDLEA’s mission, sponsoring advocacy initiatives, and media campaigns, and providing tools and infrastructure to aid the agency’s operations.
Speaking during the visit, Mr. Lawal emphasized that the partnership is rooted in shared values and social responsibility, stating, “The essence of Polaris Bank is not just profitability but fulfilling a moral obligation to society. Our collaboration with NDLEA underscores our commitment to combating crime and protecting our communities.”
He further noted that the Bank’s social responsibility efforts go beyond compliance, highlighting Polaris Bank’s resolve to deepen its partnership with the NDLEA in addressing pressing societal issues.
In appreciation, the NDLEA delegation decorated Mr. Lawal for his and the Bank’s outstanding contributions in supporting the agency’s objectives.
The Bank’s Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), Charles Oso, was also honored for his leadership in maintaining strong compliance and anti-money laundering systems within the Bank.
The NDLEA team, led by the Director of Assets and Financial Investigation, representing the Chairman/CEO, Dr. Ibrahim Abdul, praised Polaris Bank’s consistent partnership and advocacy efforts, especially in supporting drug rehabilitation programs across Nigeria.
The agency acknowledged that under the leadership of Brigadier General Buba Marwa (retired), NDLEA has made significant progress through advocacy, enforcement, and support services, including the establishment of free toll lines for drug-related assistance.
The NDLEA representative lauded the enduring relationship with Polaris Bank, citing the Bank’s meaningful impact in boosting the agency’s operational effectiveness and strategic initiatives.
Polaris Bank’s efforts were recognized as pivotal in enhancing the national response to drug-related crimes, with the NDLEA noting that the Bank stands out as a committed private sector partner in tackling drug abuse and financial crimes.
Present at the reception were Polaris Bank’s Executive Directors: Chris Ofikulu, Abimbola Ozomah, and Sharafadeen Muhammed, who joined the MD in welcoming the NDLEA delegation.
Investigator news gathered that Polaris Bank, named Nigeria’s Digital Bank of the Year from 2021 to 2024, remains committed to driving inclusive growth, empowering communities, and fostering a safer society.
………As IGP Appreciates AGF,Interpol, Assures of Diligent Prosecution.
Emmanuel lkpeama The Nigeria Police Force has successfully completed the extradition of Benjamin Best Nnayereugo, male, widely known as “Killaboi,” from Doha, Qatar to Nigeria.
Investigator news reports that the fugitive, who had been on the run for the murder of Miss Augusta Oseodion Onuwabhagbe, was returned to the country in the early hours of today, Saturday, 19th April 2025, through the coordinated efforts with the Ministry of Justice, INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB), Force Headquarters Abuja and the Qatari Judicial Authorities.
The extradition followed a petition from the family of the deceased, submitted through their legal representatives dated 29th September 2024. The matter was assigned to INTERPOL NCB Abuja for investigation.
Investigations revealed that the suspect, Benjamin Best Nnayereugo, murdered Miss Onuwabhagbe, a 21-year-old first-class student of Lead City University, Ibadan, at his residence located at No. 24A Abiola Apooyi Street, Oral Estate, Ajah, Lagos, on 13th July 2023.
After committing the crime, he fled Nigeria and later released an online video purporting to confess to the act, a deceptive strategy to derail investigative efforts.
Following his declaration as wanted by the NPF Lagos State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) on 13th October 2023, an INTERPOL Red Notice was issued for his global apprehension.
He was initially arrested in Freetown, Sierra Leone, on 20th October 2023 under the false identity “KANU PRINCETON SAMUEL,” but escaped custody during a prison break on 26th November 2023 in Feeetown.
Further intelligence gathering revealed that the suspect continued to evade law enforcement, traversing multiple regions including West Africa, East Asia and the Middle East, under forged identities before eventually relocating to Doha, Qatar on 24th January, 2025.
Operating under the alias “TOURE ABDOULAYE” with a fraudulent Guinean passport, he secured illegal employment and concealed his identity.
Through robust international cooperation and the use of advanced biometrics, INTERPOL NCB Abuja, in collaboration with INTERPOL NCB Doha, confirmed his identity, leading to his arrest by Qatari authorities in February 2025.
An official extradition request, processed via the Federal Ministry of Justice, Abuja, was subsequently approved by the Qatari judicial authorities, resulting in his repatriation to Nigeria.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun,while recognizing the strength in the synergy amongst nations to curb trans-border crimes, commended the diligence of INTERPOL NCB Abuja and extended sincere appreciation to the Honorable Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, the Government of Qatar, INTERPOL NCB Doha, and the Nigerian Embassy in Qatar for their invaluable collaboration in securing the fugitive’s return.
The Inspector-General of Police went further to assure the general public of the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to ensuring that the suspect faces diligent prosecution, as part of the NPF’s dedication to justice and the safety of all Nigerians.
The Delta Police has been recognized for its proactive approach to crime reduction and community engagement with notable achievements including the arrest of some suspected criminals and the recovery of firearms.
The command under the leadership of CP Abaniwonda Olufemi,has continued to make Delta State hot for criminals by continuous proactive and intelligence-driven policing as the command has recorded immense success in the fight against crime and criminality, which has given rise to the massive recovery of sophisticated firearms, twelve suspected stolen vehicles, hard drugs and the arrest of suspects.
Speaking to newsmen at the State command,CP Abaniwonda noted that the syndicate allegedly responsible for the kidnapping incidents so far recorded in ogwashi-uku, Ibusa, Issele-uku, Ubuluku, and environs has been killed in a gun duel with operatives of the command.
He went further to state that in the first quarter of this year, the command arrested over one hundred and six (106) suspects involved in serious crimes which includes thirty-five (35) suspected armed robbers, twenty-four (24) suspected kidnappers, Five (5) murder suspects, twenty-two (22) suspected cultists, Four (4) suspects arrested for rape and defilement offenses and a total number of thirteen (13) kidnapped victims were rescued. A total number of Fifty-three (53) firearms, which includes Eleven (11) AK-47 Rifles, nine (9) Beretta pistols, Nineteen (19) single barrel/locally made cut-to-size guns, and thirteen (13) Pump action guns were recovered. Lastly, a total of Five Thousand, six hundred and twelve (5,612) rounds of ammunition/cartridges were also recovered within the period under review.
He said,”Ladies and gentlemen of the press, I welcome you to this first-quarter press briefing, where I will be briefing you on the command scorecard for the first quarter of the year 2025. The command has continued to make Delta State hot for criminals by continuous proactive and intelligence-driven Policing.
“The command recorded immense success in the fight against crime and criminality, which has given rise to the massive recovery of sophisticated firearms, twelve suspected stolen vehicles, hard drugs and the arrest of suspects. I am delighted to announce to you today that the syndicate allegedly responsible for the kidnapping incidents so far recorded in ogwashi-uku, Ibusa, Issele-uku, Ubuluku, and environs has been killed in a gun duel with operatives of the command.”
” Following the kidnap of a Doctor at Issele-uku on the 6th of April 2025 and his release on the 7th of April 2025 after collecting a ransom of Fifteen Million Naira (#15,000,000) from the medical doctor and the driver. I directed the operatives of the CP-Special assignment team to embark on an intelligence led investigation. On 10/04/2025, they trailed and arrested one Abubakar Usman Popularly known as “Shehu” the gang leader of a deadly kidnapping syndicate and allegedly responsible for series of kidnapping at Ogwashi-uku, Ibusa, Ubuluku and environs and also responsible for the kidnap of the medical doctor and collected a ransom of Fifteen Million Naira (#15,000,000).
“They were also responsible for the kidnap of the wife and daughter of Mr. Godwin Anuka after killing him at Ogwashi-uku area as well. He confessed to being responsible for the kidnap of a realtor Esther Ojoh at Ibusa whose corpse was later found on the 25th March 2025. Acting on his confession at about 1100hours of 11th April 2025, the suspect led operatives to their hideout, a forest along Asaba/Agbor express road between Okpanam and Issele-Asagba where on the process of searching the Area, suspect raised an alarm and fled to join his waiting gang members.
“The gang members engaged the team in a fierce gun duel during which four of the suspects, including the said Usman Abubakar sustained serious gunshot injuries. Three AK-47 rifles, Ninety (90) rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition were recovered. The injured suspects were taken to general hospital Ogwashi-uku, where they were all confirmed dead.
“Also, on 3/03/2025 at about 1200hrs operatives of the command attached to Dragon 14 while on stop and search duty along Warri/Benin road by Western Delta University Oghara intercepted a blue colour Toyota Camry with Reg No PHC-257-NT driven by one, Peter James (m) aged 55yrs indigene of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
“The driver was asked to open the trunk of the vehicle, during which it was observed that the trunk of the said Camry, popularly known as “big daddy,” was unusually small. This aroused the suspicion of the policemen that the vehicle had been modified for malicious purposes. The Policemen then proceeded and removed the seat of the vehicle, only to discover three (3) AK-47 rifles, Two Thousand and Eighty (2,080) rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, one thousand and forty (1,040) rounds of 51mm LAR ammunition totalling three thousand, one hundred and twenty rounds of ammunitions loaded in six boxes. The exhibit has been recovered, and the investigation is ongoing.
“On 06/03/2025 at about 1100hrs the command’s operatives attached to Dragon Patrol Team 02 while on stop and search duty along Asaba/Benin expressway by National Open University Onicha-Ugbo, intercepted a Navy Blue Sharon space bus with registration number DKA 408 LM driven by one Yahuza Magaji (m) aged 69 years in company of one Abba Sani (m) aged 17years both of Lere LGA in Kaduna State.
” They disguised as traders transporting Palm Oil and Garri. During the search of the vehicle, Seven (7) pump action guns five (5) cartons containing one thousand six hundred (1,600) rounds of live cartridges concealed under the back seat of the vehicle were recovered. Preliminary investigation revealed that suspects bought the arms from Onitsha and were transporting them to Kaduna State. Investigation is ongoing.
ARREST OF A YOUTH LEADER IN POSSESSION OF AK 47-RIFLE AND FORTY-FOUR ROUNDS OF 7.62MM AMMUNITION: On the 15th of March 2025, at about 1030 hours, the DPO Ekpan Police station received information that one Victor Edavwe ‘m’ the youth president of Ekpan community was suspected to have recently purchased an AK-47 rifle. The DPO Ekpan division led operatives to Shrine Street in Ekpan where the suspect Victor Edavwe was arrested and taken to the Police station for questioning. During the interrogation, suspects gave useful information that corroborated the information received by the DPO and led the operatives to the house of one Efe (surname unknown) AKA ‘Eteyomo’ and a search was conducted in the premises during which one AK-47 rifle, one single barrel gun, three cutlasses, two daggers and Forty-four rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition wrapped in a black sack and concealed on the roof of the sitting room were recovered. The suspects are in custody and investigation is ongoing.
ARREST OF NOTORIOUS CAR SNATCHER, RECOVERY OF EIGHT SUSPECTED STOLEN VEHICLES AND A BERETTA PISTOL: Sequel to a case of kidnapping of a man (name withheld) in Agbarho, where the hoodlums made away with his vehicle. Acting on credible intelligence, operatives of CP-SAT trailed the suspects to Kogi State and arrested one Collins Abo ‘m’ aged 38yrs, alongside three others and recovered the said vehicle. Acting on their statement, the team trailed and arrested Isiah Oke and recovered one Beretta pistol from him. Investigation revealed that the suspect is a serial car snatcher. All his gang members have been arrested, and a total of eight (8) suspected stolen vehicles have been recovered. Investigation is ongoing.
DEATH OF FIVE SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS, ARREST OF THREE KIDNAPPED SUSPECTS, RECOVERY OF ONE AK-47 RIFLE, ONE PUMP ACTION GUN, THREE LOCALLY MADE GUNS, SIXTY ROUNDS OF 7.62MM AMMMUNITION AND CARTIDGES: Following an intelligence-led investigation carried out on kidnapping in Ughelli North LGA and environs, on the 21/3/2025, at about 2300hrs, operatives of CP Special Assignment Team (CP SAT) led acting on the intelligence trailed and arrested one Adamu Abubakar ‘m’ popularly known as ‘dogo’ who is the leader of a kidnapping syndicate at DSC roundabout Warri. The arrest and interrogation of this suspect led to the arrest of two other suspects, Abubakar Mohammed, popularly known as ‘chede’, and Mohammed Bellow at Otovwodo park in Ughelli North LGA. The suspects led the operatives to Iyamugo forest where their hidden weapons which includes one (1) AK-47 rifle, One (1) pump action gun, three (3) locally made guns, two magazines, sixty (60) rounds of Ak-47 live ammunition and seventeen (17) rounds of live cartridges were recovered. Upon exit from the forest, some hoodlums suspected to be their gang members engaged the Police in a gun duel during which five of the hoodlums sustained gunshot injuries while others escaped. The injured suspects were and later died while receiving treatment. The three suspects, and exhibit are in custody while investigation is ongoing.
ARREST OF SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS, RECOVERY OF ONE AK-47 RIFLE, AND THIRTEEN ROUNDS OF 7.62MM AMMUNITION: On 26th March 2025, operatives of CP Special Assignment Team were on the trail of some suspected kidnappers, extended their investigation to Rivers State and at about 1820 hours of same date, one Chedeye Mohammed was trailed and arrested. Upon interrogation, the suspect led operatives to a bush after trailer park in River State where they hid their weapons. One AK-47 Rifle loaded with thirteen rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition were recovered. Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect and his members usually kidnapped at Ughelli, Agbarho and other parts in the state and hibernate in River State. Effort to arrest his other gang members is ongoing.
ARREST OF SUSPECTED ARMED ROBBERS, GUN RUNNERS AND RECOVERY OF ONE AK-47 RIFLE, ONE AUTOMATIC PUMP ACTION GUN, ONE BERETTA PISTOL AND AMMUNITION: Acting on credible information, operatives of the CP Special Assignment embarked on a sting operation in Anyangba town Kogi State and arrested three suspects named Zakari Mohammed ‘m’ aged 31years of Olugbujo community, Ibrahim Mumuni ‘m’ aged 29yrs old of Anyangba town, and Mohammed Hamisu ‘m’ age 25yrs of Anyangba town all in Dekina LGA of Kogi state. A search warrant was executed at their residence during which one AK-47 rifle, one automatic Pump action gun were recovered. On the same date, at about 1405 hours, the operatives acting on the statement made by the suspect arrested another suspect name Samaila Mohammed ’m’ aged 35yrs of Udo community Dekina LGA, Kogi State and recovered a Beretta pistol loaded with three rounds of live ammunition and cartridges. Suspects are in custody and the investigation is ongoing.
ARREST OF A SUSPECT IN POSSESSION OF EIGHTY-TWO (82) ROUNDS OF 7.62MM AMMUNITION: On 25/3/2025 at about 1820hrs, the operatives of CP-SAT acting on intelligence gathered embarked in a covert operation at Olomoro community in Isoko South LGA and arrested one Emu Lucky ‘m’ aged 35yrs, a native of Igbide community. During a search of his premises, the operatives recovered Eighty-two (82) rounds of 7.62mm ammunition. Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect was working with one Mohammed Bellow, a suspected kidnapper already in custody. Mohammed bellow acts as a middle man, between the suspected gun runner and other suspected kidnappers. Suspects are in custody, and the investigation is ongoing.
ARREST OF SUSPECTED ARMED ROBBERS, KIDNAPPERS, RECOVERY OF ONE ENGLISH PUMP ACTION, TWO LOCALLY MADE SINGLE BARREL GUN, AND ONE FABRICATED BERETTA PISTOL: On the 16th of March 2025 at about 1600hours, the DPO Ekpan Police station while acting on intelligence gathered on the criminal activities of kidnappers, armed robbers around Jeddo Axis of Okpe LGA, led operatives of Ekpan Police station and arrested Endurance Oghoghome ‘m’ aged 38yrs of Umukoro street, Blessing Oghoghome ‘m’ 46yrs, one Marvellous Dissy ‘m’ aged 43yrs and Jonas Orogho ‘m’ 38yrs. The suspect, upon preliminary investigation led the policemen to their hideout in Jeddo community where one Automatic English pump-action gun, two locally made single-barrel guns, one locally fabricated Beretta pistol, and one locally made cut-to-size gun were recovered. Suspects and exhibits are in custody while investigation is ongoing.
DEATH OF NOTORIOUS KIDNAPPERS AND RECOVERY OF ONE AK-47 RIFLE: Operatives of CP Special Assignment team arrested one suspect when he was seeking to buy AK-47 rifle ammunition at about 2330hrs of 09/3/2025. The suspect led the operatives to their hideout along the railway line in Agbarho, where the gang members, upon sighting the Police, engaged the team in a fierce gun duel, during which four suspected kidnappers sustained serious gunshot injuries. One AK-47 Rifle with one magazine was recovered. The injured suspects were taken to general hospital Ughelli for treatment, but were later confirmed dead by the doctor. Corpses have been deposited at the hospital morgue while efforts to trail and arrest the fleeing hoodlums is ongoing.
ARREST OF SUSPECTED CULTIST AND RECOVERY OF TWO PUMP ACTION GUNS, AND TWENTY-FOUR ROUNDS OF LIVE CARTRIDGES: Acting on credible intelligence, operatives of CP-Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT) at about 1345hrs of 3/2/2025 trailed and arrested a suspected cultist and gun runner on the command wanted list named Stephen Oma Odu “m” aged 25yrs of Obagho Community in Warri North LGA Delta State at Sapele Town. Further investigation led to the arrest of another suspected cultist known as Abel Festus aka “TOMPOLO “m” aged 42 yrs of Oghareki Community in Ethiope west LGA Delta State. Upon searching his apartment, two (2) pump action guns and twenty-four (24) rounds of live cartridges were recovered.
OPERATIVES OF THE COMMAND ENGAGES SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS AND RESCUES FIVE KIDNAPPED VICTIMS RECOVERS #1,3000,000 RANSOM: Following the unfortunate kidnap incident that occurred on 22/2/2025 where five (5) members of Elyon Paradise Ministry Ogwashi-uku were kidnapped while attending a night vigil service at the church. On 25th February 2025, operatives of the Special Anti-Kidnapping and Cybercrime Squad embarked on a sting operation alongside members of Ubuluku community vigilante and other concerned indigenes of Ubuluku community. They stormed Ubuluku forest where the victims were being held hostage. The kidnappers, on sighting the Police, took to their heels, abandoning the victims. All five of the Kidnapped members of Elyon Paradise ministry were rescued unhurt and reunited with their families. The exhibit recovered includes thirteen rounds of expended cartridges, a bag containing the sum of One Million, three hundred thousand naira (#1,300,000) suspected to be ransom money. The manhunt for the fleeing suspects is ongoing.
ARREST OF SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS, RECOVERY OF ONE SEMI AUTOMATIC BERETTA PISTOL, THREE LOCALLY MADE GUNS, AND MILITARY UNIFORMS: Acting on an intelligence-led investigation carried out on the arrest of some suspected kidnappers on 30/01/25 who have been terrorizing Abraka/Obiaruku/Umutu, operatives of the CP Special Assignment team (CP-SAT) stormed the hideout of these hoodlums led by one Emeka (surname unknown) on the 02/02/25 at about 1635hrs, located at Evwokenren layout off Ughelli road Agbarho in Ughelli North LGA Delta State. During the raid, a fabricated Semi-Automatic Beretta Pistol with four (4) rounds of live ammunition, four locally made cut-to-size guns, thirteen (13) rounds of live cartridges, and a pair of military uniforms concealed in a black polythene bag were recovered.
ARREST OF SUSPECTED ARMED ROBBER AND RECOVERY OF ONE G-3 RIFLE: On the 17th of January 2025, acting on a tip-off, the DPO Agbarho Division mobilized and led operatives to the apartment of one Eriga Enyuche ‘m’ aged 40yrs, and upon search of his one-room apartment, one G-3 Rifle, one pump action gun was recovered hidden in the ceiling of the room. The investigation is ongoing.”he submitted.
CP Abaniwonda addressing the press
The Commissioner of Police use the opportunity to appreciate the Delta State Government, other sister security agencies, and the good people of Delta state for their continuous support to the Delta State Police Command.
He noted that security is everybody’s business, and the Police in Delta State would not have recorded these achievements without support and partnership.
” I therefore solicit continuous support and partnership with the command because together, we can keep Delta State safe for all. I leave you with this quote “if you see something”
“Deltans are urged to report any suspicious persons or movement within the environment either by reporting at the nearest Police station or call any of the following control room numbers.08036684974,08114895600,08025666914
Following a series of tragic incidents that occurred in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State,resulting in the death of scores of residents,the Inspector-General of Police,IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun,has visited the state, accompanied by senior officers.
Investigator news reports that those who accompany the Inspector General of Police include the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Police Mobile Force, AIG Funsho Adegboye,AIG Zone 4,AIG Zachariah Fera,and Commandant Police Staff College Jos,AIG Nwonyi Polycarp Emeka.
Upon his arrival in Plateau State, the IGP visited the State Government House, where he commiserated with the State Governor, His Excellency Caleb Mutfwang and the good people of Plateau State.
During his discussion with Gov. Mutfwang, the IGP condemned the attacks and reassured His Excellency that the Nigeria Police Force would carry its best efforts to douse the rising tensions and bring the perpetrators of these heinous acts to justice.
“The Nigeria Police Force once again reaffirms its commitment to the good people of Plateau State and Nigeria as a whole.”
“The Force remains resolute towards bringing the perpetrators of these attacks to justice and restoring peace to the affected communities”he said
IGP Egbetokun also seized the opportunity to hold a brief meeting with tactical commanders to review strategies employed in the deployment of police operational personnel and operational assets provided to further augment the available security emplacement in the state.
The Inspector-General of Police went further to direct the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Department of Operations, DIG Kwazhi Dali Yakubu,to take charge and oversee the operations aimed at restoring peace and serenity to Plateau State.
The Angwan Kari community in Keffi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State has been thrown into mourning following the gruesome murder of Mr Williams Wasiu Jimoh and his wife, Mrs Banke William Jimoh, by unknown assailants in their apartment.
Investigator news reports that the couple reportedly met their untimely death when the assailants invaded their home at midnight on Sunday, April 6.
Speaking with newsmen, the Keffi Zonal Coordinator of the Fellowship of Christian Students (FCS), Pastor Lee Ngbede, recounted the tragic event.
“Brother and Sister Jimoh were committed members of the FCS here in Keffi. The situation surrounding their gruesome death remains a shock to the entire Christian body in Keffi and the state,” he said.
According to Ngbede, a family friend of the Jimohs received a call from Mrs. Jimoh’s father, who expressed concern after repeated calls to the couple went unanswered. This prompted a visit to their residence
A colleague of Mr Jimoh who visited the apartment noticed that the doors were locked. On peeking through a back window, he perceived a foul smell and saw flies around, which raised suspicion. He quickly alerted the police.
When the police forced open the door, they found Mrs Jimoh’s lifeless body on the bed with her legs apart and hands on her head, a posture suspected to suggest rape. Her body was already decomposing.
Her husband was discovered near one of the doors with his hands tied and multiple machete cuts to his head, indicating he may have been trying to escape. He was unconscious but still alive at the time and was rushed to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Keffi
An eyewitness who spoke with our correspondent described the attack as a premeditated act, pointing to the isolated location of the couple’s home and the nature of the injuries inflicted.
“The police said from all indications, the woman was raped to death. After that, her neck was also slashed, and it was practically dangling,” the eyewitness claimed.
Some neighbours suggested that the crime may have been committed by suspected Fulani herders, alleging a recent disagreement between them and the deceased woman. Other residents who examined the wounds described the cuts as consistent with previous attacks carried out by herders in the area.
Mrs Jimoh, who had no children, was buried on Thursday, April 10, with her body wrapped in cloth due to the advanced state of decomposition and the posture she was found in
Mr Jimoh, who remained unconscious at the hospital, later died from his injuries. He is scheduled to be buried on Wednesday, April 16.
Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested two principal suspects allegedly involved in the killing of 16 travellers in Uromi, Esan North-East local government area of Edo State last week.
The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Friday Ituah, announced this in a statement on Tuesday 1, April 2025
He said the suspects were apprehended in Uromi town following credible intelligence.
According to him, operatives of various security agencies are hunting for other key suspects involved in the unfortunate incident.
Ituah stated that they have been transferred to Abuja for further interrogation and prosecution by the relevant authorities.
Investigator news reports that on Monday, the state governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo paid a condolence visit to Kano State.
He revealed that 14 suspects had already been arrested in connection with the killing and were to be moved to Abuja for further interrogation.
Governor Okpebholo, who visited the State to condole with the government and families of the victims, had vowed that justice would be served and those involved in the killing would be brought to justice.
Governor Okpebholo had also assured the families of the victims that adequate compensations would be paid.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared businesswoman and managing director/CEO of Felak Concept Group, Aisha Achimugu, wanted.
In a post on its social media pages on Friday, the Commission said Achimugu is wanted for alleged criminal conspiracy and money laundering.
The post signed by EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, the Commission read, “The public is hereby notified that Aisha Suliaman Achimugu, whose photograph appears above is wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in an alleged case of criminal conspiracy and money laundering.
“Achimugu, 51, is an indigene of Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State and her last known address is: 6C, Rudolf Close, Maitama, Abuja.
“Anybody with useful information as to her whereabouts should please contact the commission in its Ibadan, Uyo, Sokoto, Maiduguri, Benin, Makurdi, Kaduna, Ilorin, Enugu, Lagos, Gombe, Port Harcourt or Abuja offices.”
Operatives of the CP Special Assignment team of the Delta State Police Command have raided criminal hideout of some suspected kidnappers and armed robbers who have been terrorising residents of the state.
In a press release signed by the Police Public Relations Officer,SP Bright Edafe stated that the significant strides in its fight against crime was carried out by intelligence led investigation by ASP Julius Robinson, who raided a hideout on 2 February 2025 in Evwokenren Layout, off Ughelli Road, Agbarho.
SP Edafe went further to state that the operatives busted the house of the fleeing gang known as Emeka (Surname Unknown) and recovered a fabricated semi-automatic Beretta pistol with four rounds of live ammunition, four locally-made cut-to-size guns, 13 rounds of live cartridges, and a pair of military uniforms hidden in a black polythene bag, stating that the suspects are in the custody while a manhunt to arrest other members of his gang is ongoing.
“Acting on an intelligence-led investigation carried out on the arrest of some suspected kidnappers on 30/01/25 who have been terrorizing Abraka/Obiaruku/Umutu, operatives of the CP Special Assignment team (CP-SAT) led by ASP Julius Robinson made a significant achievement when they stormed the hideout on the 02/02/25 and busted the house of the fleeing gang leader named Emeka ‘m’ surname unknown at about 1635hrs, located at Evwokenren layout off Ughelli road Agbarho in Ughelli North LGA Delta State. During the raid, a fabricated Semi-Automatic Beretta Pistol with four (4) rounds of live ammunition, four locally made cut-to-size guns, thirteen (13) rounds of live cartridges, and a pair of military uniforms concealed in a black polythene bag were recovered. The suspect is in custody and a manhunt to arrest other members of his gang is ongoing.”
Investigator news reports that the Police image maker noted that in another development,on February 19, 2025,operatives of Safer 025 of Safer Highway Patrol, while conducting a stop and search on a commercial vehicle along the Agbor/Benin express road, arrested three suspects in possession of three locally made long guns and charms.
The PPRO opined that upon interrogation the suspects, identified as Buhari Bala aged 28, Habibu Sale (25), Abdulwahab Musa (20), and Taisu Bala (20), were found in possession of three locally-made long guns and charms.
The suspects said they are hunters travelling from Zaria, Kaduna State going to a bush before Benin called Igbogri community for hunting expedition.SP Edafe stated that the suspects are in custody as the investigation is ongoing.
Investigator news gathered that in an earlier development, on the 17th of January 2025, acting on a tip-off, the DPO Agbarho Division CSP Pius Eredei mobilized and led operatives to the apartment of one Eriga Enyuche’ aged 40yrs, and upon search of his one-room apartment, one G-3 Rifle, one pump action gun was recovered hidden in the ceiling of the room. The investigation is ongoing.
The Commissioner of Police Delta State CP Olufemi Abaniwonda has reiterated that the command under his watch will not relent in the fight against crime and criminality, noting that Delta state will remain hot for criminals.
He therefore urged members of the public to continue to make available useful, timely, and credible information to the Police by reporting to the nearest police station or by calling the command control room numbers: 08036684974,08114895600 and 08025666914
