Police arrest two suspected cultists in Delta, recover five firearms, illicit drugs

The Delta State Police Command has apprehended four individuals suspected of involvement in armed robbery and cult activities. The arrests occurred in separate operations in the Umunede and Ughelli regions. During these intelligence-led raids, authorities seized seven firearms, 10 live cartridges, two stolen motorcycles, and suspected illicit drugs. The incident report was issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, and shared with journalists in Warri on Saturday.

On October 30, 2026, a report was made to the Umunede Division by a local resident, Chibuike Ezeji, who stated that he was threatened with death by pistol-wielding individual. Acting on this information, police and local civilians raided a residence in Umunede and apprehended Chibuike Ezeji and Ikenna Emeka, aged 22. A search of the premises yielded multiple firearms, live cartridges, and suspected drug substances.

A week prior, on October 28, 2026, a separate operation in Ughelli targeted motorcycle snatchers. Operatives from the Commissioner's Special Assignment Team intercepted and arrested Peter Emobaye and James Emmanuel after receiving complaints of armed men stealing motorcycles on Stadium Road. The suspects led police to their gang leader, Sunny, who was subsequently arrested. Additional recovered items included a stolen motorcycle, firearms, a shotgun, and live cartridges.

Delta State's Police Commissioner, CP Samuel Etaifo Erale, affirmed the force's dedication to combating cultism, armed robbery, and the circulation of illegal weapons. He urged the public to provide reliable information, assuring continued efforts to ensure safety and security across the state.