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Sting Operation: Police In Delta Recovers Cache of Arms, Arrest Suspected Armed Robbers, Gunruners

By Ebinum Samuel

 

Delta State Police Command through the spokesman, SP Edafe Bright has confimed that acting on credible intelligence carried out on the activities of cultists around Mosogar and its environs, on 11/06/2025, at about 0345hrs, Operatives of CP – Special Assignment Team ( CP – SAT ) led by ASP Julius Robinson, stormed the residence of one Koko Josh ‘’m”, aged 29 years, a native of Otor-Iyede Community in Isoko North LGA, Delta State, resident of Adams Street Area Mosoghar and one Asomugha Clinton m”, 27 years, a native of Mbaisse Community in Ezinetthe LGA, Imo State.
According to Bright, during the preliminary investigation, a search warrant was executed in his premises during which a black bag containing a Fabricated Baretta Pistol loaded with two(2) rounds of live ammunition, two (2) locally made guns, eight rounds (8) of live cartridges were recovered also recovered are multiple phones laptop and some fetish substances.

Further investigation led to the arrest of Anthony Kelvin m” 26 yrs, a native of Orhoakpor Community in Ethiope East LGA, Delta State and Gift Amotsuka m” 25 yrs, a native of Jakpa Community in Warri North LGA, Delta State, both residents at Adam Street Mosoghar. They are all suspected to be members of the Aiye confraternity. Suspects are in custody, and the investigation is ongoing.
In another development, Operatives of the CP Special Assignment Team at about 1600hrs of 13/6/2025 embarked on a sting operation in Okpanam Area of Asaba and effected the arrest of one Ekene Chroma, f’ 36yrs a native of Issele-Uku in Aniocha North LGA of Delta State, and one Okafor Jonathan m’ 18yrs a native of Onicha-Ugbo in Aniocha North LGA of Delta State, both resident at Okpanam. Upon search, two(2) English Single Barrell and one hundred and ten ( 110) live cartridges were recovered. Preliminary investigations revealed that they were suspected of being involved in the business of gun running. Suspects and exhibits are in custody while the investigation is ongoing.


The Commissioner of Police, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, extends his deepest appreciation to members of the public who have been assisting the Police by way of providing this useful information that operatives of the command work with to record these numerous achievements. The CP stated that it would not have been made possible without the support from members of the Public, and he calls for other well-meaning residents in the state to join the police in this fight to achieve a safer Delta State.
Below are the commands’ dedicated control room phone numbers;
– 08036684974
– 08114895600
– 08025666914

Iran-bound businessman arrested at PH airport for ingesting 53 wraps of cocaine

 

By Ebinum Samuel

 

As NDLEA recovers tramadol consignments in winter jackets of “Ambrose Ali”

Barely two weeks after operatives of the National Drug Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) Kano, intercepted a 60-year-old businessman Chinedu Leonard Okigbo heading to Iran with 65 pellets of cocaine in his stomach, their counterparts at the Port Harcourt International Airport (PHIA) have arrested another businessman, 44-year-old Ezemokwe Chukwuebuka Christian for ingesting 53 wraps of the same class A drug while on his way to Tehran Khomeini, Islamic Republic of Iran.

Ezemokwe was arrested at the Port Harcourt airport on Saturday 7th June while trying to board Qatar Airways flight QR1434 flying to Tehran Khomeini in Iran via Doha. After a body scan proved positive to ingestion of illicit drug, he was placed on excretion observation during which he expelled 53 wraps of cocaine in six excretions with a total weight of 1.172kg. The suspect claimed to have gone into the criminal trade two years ago, moving between the West African sub-region and Iran.

Similarly, NDLEA operatives at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Ikeja Lagos in the early hours of Saturday 14th June intercepted an Italy bound passenger Edobor Ambrose Ali on an Air France flight. The NDLEA officers in collaboration with the Aviation Security of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), discovered drug consignments hidden in the luggage of the suspect during baggage scanning at the tarmac.

The suspect was thereafter brought down from the aircraft for baggage identification after which a thorough search of the bag led to the discovery of 14, 410 pills of tramadol 225mg and 200mg concealed in winter jackets. In his statement, Ebodor said he lives in Italy where he was hired and sent on the all expense paid trip to Nigeria to courier the drug consignments to Milan, Italy for a fee of 2000 Euros.

At the Port Harcourt Ports in Onne, Rivers state, NDLEA operatives on Friday 13th June intercepted a shipment of 157,800 bottles of codeine-based syrup worth over N1.1 billion naira in street value, during a joint examination of a watch-listed container with men of Customs Service and other security agencies. The opioid consignments were hidden behind 257 cartons of ceramic sanitary wares.

At least, three suspects: Friday Achibong Joseph, 47; Abraham Anthony Willy, 21; and Utibe David Okon, 24, were arrested on Thursday 12th June when NDLEA operatives raided a warehouse in Obereakai, Odukpani LGA, Cross River state, where a total of 2,687kg skunk, a strain of cannabis, was recovered. Same day in Bauchi state, NDLEA officers acting on credible intelligence, arrested the duo of Iriemi Imonikhe, 49, and Sa’idu Ladan, 30, along Bauchi -Jos road after 195 blocks of skunk weighing 287kg were discovered in their Toyota Camry car marked AKL 201 GG.

While 14 jumbo sacks of skunk weighing 560kg were recovered from a wooden boat at Oniru beach in Lagos by operatives of the Marine Command of NDLEA on Thursday 12th June, officers of the Muhammadu Buhari International Airport Maiduguri (MBIAM) same day arrested two businessmen: Ishaku Abdullahi, 30; and Buba Usman, 32, at the arrival hall of the domestic wing of the airport with various quantities of ecstacy pills and skunk packaged in fanciful wraps labelled as ‘Lychee’ and ‘Porro Legal’

The War Against Drug Abuse, WADA, social advocacy activities by NDLEA Commands equally continued across the country in the past week. Some of them include: WADA sensitization lecture delivered to students and staff of Command Secondary School, Orba, Uden LGA, Enugu; Divine Gift International School, Abakaliki, Ebonyi; Baptist Primary School, Ago-Are, Oyo; and St. Vincent Secondary School, Oti-Oron Okobo, Akwa Ibom state, among others.

While commending the officers and men of MMIA, PHIA, MBIAM, PHPC, Marine, Cross River, and Bauchi Commands of the Agency for the arrests and seizures of the past week, Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) praised their compatriots in all the commands across the country for pursuing a fair balance between their drug supply reduction and drug demand reduction efforts.

 

Police In Delta Nabs Robbery Suspect, Recovers 2 Pistols

  By Ebinum Samuel   The Delta State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a suspected cultist/ armed robber in Asaba as part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen public safety and security in the metropolis and across the state.   According to SP Edafe Bright, the Command spokesman, on 9/06/2025, acting on credible intelligence, operatives of the Command’s Buffalo Team, led by the Commander, DSP Charles Evboifo, raided a food canteen, a popular hideout for cultists, and arrested one Kingsley Ugochukwu, aged 40yrs. The suspect on sighting the Police quickly disposed of a locally fabricated Beretta pistol which was later recovered by the operatives. Bright said that during the preliminary investigation, the suspect made a suspicious call to his wife which prompted the operatives to expand the investigation. It was later revealed that the suspect ordered his wife to check his bedroom and dispose of another long-range single barrel gun in an uncompleted building. The Suspect’s wife was arrested and her confession led to the recovery of the other single-barrel gun. The Commissioner of Police, CP Abaniwonda Olufemi, Bright said assures the public of the Command’s commitment to tackling crimes and other related vices. Members of the public are therefore urged to partner with the Police by providing useful, timely and credible information to the Police. The Command can be reached through the following control room dedicated phone numbers:   08036684974 08114895600 08025666914

Army trains 604 special forces to boost national security

 

The Nigerian Army has successfully trained no fewer than 604 Special Forces in the eighth session of its flagship programme, Exercise Restore Hope, aimed at enhancing national security.

 

The six-month specialist training, which took place at the Nigerian Army Military Training Centre in Kachia, Kaduna State, covered both kinetic and non-kinetic aspects of modern warfare.

 

It was designed to prepare the troops to confront contemporary security challenges across the country.

 

Speaking at the graduation on Tuesday, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, commended the troops for their discipline and commitment throughout the training period.

 

Represented by the General Officer Commanding 1 Division, Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Mayirenso Saraso, the COAS noted that the soldiers had acquired critical combat skills such as marksmanship, weapon handling, and precision targeting.

 

He further explained that the soldiers were carefully selected from various units and formations of the Nigerian Army and would soon be deployed to strategic locations to boost operational efficiency in active theatres of operation.

The special forces demonstrated exceptional capabilities throughout the training, particularly in areas of cooperation, tactical manoeuvring, and concentrated firepower,” Oluyede said.

He also described Exercise Restore Hope as a continuous and biannual training initiative embedded in the Army’s operational calendar, specifically tailored to equip personnel with advanced combat skills.

 

“The special forces have undergone an upgraded training regimen beyond the basic soldier training, equipping them with mission-oriented skills necessary for critical assignments,” he added.

 

Oluyede emphasised that the newly graduated special forces would significantly enhance the fighting strength of already deployed troops, leading to better operational outcomes in various conflict zones.

 

“The training is crucial in improving the Army’s overall operational effectiveness and supporting ongoing efforts to strengthen national security,” he concluded.

 

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PSC Chairman Leads Commission’s Management Team On Condolence TO Justice Galumje Over Death Of Wife, Prays For Peaceful Repose Of Her Soul

 

By Ebinum Samuel

 

The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni, has led a delegation of the Commission’s management team on condolence visit to Justice Paul Adamu Galumje, retired Justice of the Supreme Court and Honourable Commissioner representing the Judiciary in the Commission who lost his wife, Mrs. Zeporah.The Commission Chairman’s delegation included Chief Onyemuche Nnamani, Secretary to the Commission and Heads of Departments and Units.

 

DIG Argungu prayed that God who knows everything should receive the soul of the departed and give the husband and children including her extended family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

 

He urged the retired Justice to be strong and believe that the wife has gone to be with the Lord, stressing that the Commission will continue to remember the family in prayers.

Chief Onyemuche Nnamani, also speaking at the condolence visit prayed for an eternal repose of the soul of the departed. He consoled the family on the loss but noted that God knows the best.

 

Justice Galmuje who received the Commission’s delegation said he is humbled by the visit and the calibre of the delegation so soon after the call to glory of his dear wife.

 

He thanked the Chairman and Members of the delegation and noted that they have decided to accept the fate that has befallen the family.

Marwa mourns Prof. Jubril Aminu, describes ex-minister as an epitome of knowledge

 

By Ebinum Samuel

 

Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) has described former Minister of Education, Prof Jubril Muhammad Aminu as an epitome of knowledge who made positive impacts in medicine, education, foreign policy, politics and oil industry, all sectors where he served Nigeria at different times.

Marwa in a statement on Friday 6th June 2025 said the death of Aminu on Thursday 5th June “is a monumental loss that leaves a multitude of people grief-stricken in Nigeria and outside the shores of this country. Even at 85, we would have loved to see him live much longer, for many more years, so that Nigeria can continue to benefit from his depth of knowledge and wealth of experience that cuts across critical sectors of human development.”

He said the outpour of tributes in the past 24 hours is an indication of Prof Aminu’s far-reaching influence and impact across various spheres of life, all of which further exacerbated the sense of loss for Nigerians.

“Yet, in our state of bereavement, we cannot but celebrate the life and times of an extraordinary man, an epitome of knowledge who, until he passed on, was and is still one of Nigeria’s finest examples in medicine and academics, where he made lasting impacts”, Marwa added.

The NDLEA boss said apart from coming from the same state with the late Senator who once represented Adamawa Central in the National Assembly, he has good memories of the various times and stages their paths crossed in the service of the nation.

 

 

 

 

 

POLICE IN EDO COMMENCES HOUSE-TO-HOUSE ARRESTS OF IDENTIFIED CULTISTS

*………conducts raids of blackspots*

 

By Ebinum Samuel

The Edo State Command has sustained its fight against crime through visibility policing, community engagements and sustained raids of criminal hideouts in the State.

 

On 4/6/2025 between 1600hrs and 2200hrs, operatives of the Command carried out raids of criminal hideouts within Benin-City. During the raids, twenty-eight (28) persons were arrested and professionally screened where nineteen (19) of them found implicated, were charged to court.

 

In continuation of its fight against cultism, the Command has commenced the house-to-house arrests of identified cult members in the State to ensure that cultism is either eliminated or brought to its barest minimum. Three (3)suspects who were arrested from various locations have confessed to being members of the Eiye and Aye confraternities respectively.

They have been arraigned before the court accordingly.

 

On this note, CP Monday Agbonika, fdc expresses confidence that the general public would have no fear of crimes as he warned all cult members to either denounce cultism and turn a new leaf, relocate from the State or face the full wrath of the law as contained in the Edo State Secret Cult and other related activities prohibition law.

 

The Command can be reached on the following lines:

Control Room: 08037646272/08077773721

Public Complaints Bureau (PCB): 08150999335

Complaints Response Unit (CRU): 08100389992

Again, Goodwin Ceramic FZE Calls Attention Of Customers Over Fraudsters Ignoble Acts 

 

 

By Ebinum Samuel 

 

 

Goodwin Ceramic FZE located in Ogun State Nigeria, has raised the alarm over suspected fraudsters using the name of the company to carry out nefarious activities, including using it to defraud unsuspecting members of the public.

In a letter signed and stamped by Goodwin Ceramic FZE, titled: “Disclaimer,” which was made available to our reporter, Goodwin Ceramic FZE warns: “This is to bring to the attention of the general public, the fraudulent activities of individuals illegally using the name Goodwill Ceramic to scam unsuspecting members of the public.”

The signed letter further states: “Goodwin Ceramic FZE with brand names, ‘Goodwill Ceramics, Mansion Ceramics,’ located at Guangdong free trade zone, Igbesa, Ogun State, does not conduct business via internet, WhatsApp, or any social media platforms.

“We also do not sell products directly to individuals. All our products are sold only through officially registered distributors who maintain an active account with the company, verify legitimate distributors, and call 07067331811.

“Anyone claiming to represent Goodwill Ceramics on the internet or social media platforms such as YouTube, Google, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, etc, is a fraudster! These accounts are fake and should be completely disregarded.”

Goodwin Ceramic FZE further warns members of the public, “Do not engage with any individual or platform claiming to be Goodwill Ceramics outside our official distribution network. Verify all transactions through our registered distributors, report any suspicious activity to the nearest law enforcement agency or our official customer service.”

Social media fake account on Facebook

 

Social media fake account on Google map

 

Cell phone numbers of scammers

 

Social media fake account on YouTube

PSC Chairman Felicitate Muslims On Eid-el-Kabir ..calls for renewed commitment to unity, tolerance and pursuit of common good

By Ebinum Samuel

The Chairman of the Police Service Commission DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni, has on behalf of the Board, Management, and Staff of the Commission, extended warm greetings to all Muslims across Nigeria and especially the Nigeria Police Force on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Kabir.

This sacred celebration he noted, “reminds us of the virtues of faith, obedience, sacrifice, and compassion, which are fundamental to building a peaceful and just society. “As we commemorate this festival, let us renew our commitment to unity, tolerance, and the pursuit of the common good”.

According to the Commission’s spokesman, Ikechukwu Ani, DIG Argungu commended Muslim officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force for their unwavering dedication and service to the nation, even during this festive period. “Your sacrifices in ensuring the safety and security of our communities will not go unnoticed” he prayed.

“May this Eid bring peace, prosperity, and renewed hope to our country. Let us continue to work together to uphold the principles of justice, fairness, and service to humanity.

Eid Mubarak!”

AIG Zone 5 Assures Residents Of Delta And Edo States Of Adequate Security Arrangements During Eid-El-Kabir Celebration

 

By Ebinum Samuel

The Assistant Inspector-General of Police, AIG, in charge of Zone 5 Headquarters, comprising Delta and Edo States, AIG Salman-Dogo Garba, psc has ordered massive deployment of Police personnel to worship centres, critical infrastructure, highways, motor parks, linking/exit routes as well as strategic and vulnerable points across the Zone.
According the Zone spokeman, SP Tijani Momoh,this is in line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D, NPM, to all Commissioners of Police across State Commands and their supervisory Assistant Inspectors-general of Police to ensure public safety and security at EID Prayer grounds, recreational centres and other vulnerable points.

As part of efforts put in place to guarantee a hitch-free celebration, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police has directed the Commissioners of Police of Delta and Edo State Police Command to ensure visibility policing, crowd control and implementation of robust Anti-crime prevention and control strategies in their respective commands to ensure adequate security of lives and properties. They are to strengthen security in the entire linking roads, entry and exit points, highways, city centres and other strategic locations in their areas of responsibility.

The AIG
Benin felicitates and rejoices with all Muslim faithfuls throughout the Zone and wishes them a joyous and peaceful celebration of this year’s Eid-El-Adha scheduled for Friday 6th June, 2025.

The AIG is also mindful of the increase in volume of traffic occasioned by the construction of fly over bridges within the metropolis as well as people traveling for the Sallah holidays; and has therefore ordered massive deployment of Police personnel for traffic control duties with a view to easing traffic congestion during the Eid-El-Kabir celebration. He further warned Policemen to be professional in the discharge of their constitutional duties.
Additionally, the AIG implores members of the public, especially travelers and other road users to cooperate with Police personnel deployed on the highways and other duty posts across the Zone.

Finally, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, once again wishes the Muslim ummah and other residents in the Zone a happy Eid-El-Kabir celebration. He enjoins them to be security conscious, vigilant and to report any incidents, suspicious persons or movements observed within their neighborhood to the nearest Police station.