Delta: Police Arrest 95 Suspected Cultists, Recover Guns
Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested 95 suspected cultists allegedly involved in cult-related activities across the state. The command’s spokesperson, Bright Edafe, said the suspects were arrested in Asaba, Ika South, Ughelli South and Okpe Local Government Areas on October 15, 2026, following credible intelligence. He said the police received information that […]
The Delta State Police Command has apprehended 95 individuals suspected of engaging in cult-related activities across various local government areas. The arrests followed credible intelligence and were made on October 15, 2026. The suspects were apprehended in Asaba, Ika South, Ughelli South, Okpe, Agbor, Jeremy, and Jeddo communities.
Bright Edafe, a spokesperson for the command, revealed that the operation was initiated after receiving information about a cult anniversary celebration by the Supreme Vikings Confraternity, also known as Aro Bagger, at a hotel in Asaba. Police officers conducted raids on hotel premises and other locations, leading to the seizure of weapons and cult-related items.
Two pump-action guns, a locally fabricated cut-to-size gun, live and expended cartridges, cult insignia-bearing caps, and branded jackets were among the items recovered. Additionally, two locally made pistols, cartridges, caps, and charms were seized during subsequent operations. The suspects and the recovered exhibits are currently in police custody, and investigations are ongoing.
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