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By Christopher Oji
The Delta State Police Command has arrested a suspect with 400 rounds of live ammunition in Asaba, the state capital. The cache of ammunition was being transported to Edo State when the suspect was nabbed.
In a statement, Delta State police public relations officer (PPRO), SP Bright Edafe, explained that, in a decisive show of vigilance and tactical precision, operatives of the ‘C’ Division, Asaba, led by CSP Ogbe Emmanuel, intercepted a major movement of ammunition bound for Edo State.
He said, “On October 16, 2025, at about 12 noon, while conducting routine surveillance and stop-and-search operations at the Head Bridge, Asaba, the operatives flagged down a Toyota Hiace Hummer bus, with registration number NGK 16 XB, driven by one Ozoemenam Sylvanus.
“The driver, appearing uneasy during questioning, drew the suspicion of the officers, who proceeded to conduct a thorough search of the vehicle. Their instinct paid off; 400 live cartridges were discovered carefully concealed within the bus.
“The suspect initially lied that it was padlocks but was left speechless when the parcel was opened and the true content was seen. He was immediately arrested, and both he and the exhibit recovered. Investigation to unravel the source, and criminal network behind the illegal arms movement is ongoing.”
In another development, Edafe said that the command, in an earlier operation on October 10, 2025, following credible intelligence, operatives of the Orerokpe Division arrested one Onos Afokoghene, 37, a notorious drug baron known for distributing large quantities of hard drugs within Warri and adjoining communities.
“Acting promptly on a tip-off, the Divisional Police Officer, Orerokpe Division, CSP Paul Oboware, mobilised and led his patrol teams to the identified flashpoint in Jeddo community, where the suspect and other suspected hoodlums were reportedly engaged in selling and consuming illicit substances.
“Sensing the approach of the police, the suspects attempted to flee, but the team swiftly closed in and arrested the suspect, Onos Afokoghene, after a brief pursuit. A thorough search of the scene led to a startling discovery of illicit substances and paraphernalia used in large-scale drug sales.
“Exhibits recovered include the following: 3kg of Canadian Loud, 10kg of Indian hemp, 24ltrs of weed suspected to be Indian hemp soaked in dry gin (locally known as “monkey tail”), Several sachets of Tramadol of various milligrams, and two POS machines suspected of being used for drug sales. The suspect is currently in custody, while investigations continue to uncover his network of distributors and buyers.
“Commissioner of Police, Abaniwonda Olufemi, reiterates that the safety and security of residents remain a top priority. He, therefore, calls on residents to continue partnering with the Police by providing timely and credible information that will assist in detecting, preventing, and combating crime in all its forms. As the command intensifies operations across communities, residents are encouraged to stay vigilant, remain law-abiding and promptly report suspicious movements or activities to the nearest police station.”
