By Primetime Reports
The Delta State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, psc, acipm, mnips, has recorded a major breakthrough in its sustained crackdown on kidnapping and other violent crimes across the state.
In a coordinated intelligence-led operation, operatives of the Special Anti-Kidnapping and Cybercrime Squad, in a combined effort with the military, on 9 April 2026 at about 0040 hrs, trailed suspected kidnappers to their hideout along Obulu-Uku Power Line, following a reported kidnapping incident in Ibusa and Enu-Ani Mega City, Ogwashi-Uku.
On sighting the operatives, the suspects opened fire, leading to a gun duel. The operatives responded professionally, resulting in the rescue of two female victims, while two members of the kidnapping syndicate were fatally wounded. Recovered from the scene were one AK-47 rifle, nineteen (19) rounds of AK-47 ammunition, and four million, two hundred thousand naira (#4,200,000) suspected to be part of the ransom collected from victims. A combing operation of the surrounding bushes is ongoing with a view to recovering additional arms and apprehending fleeing members of the gang. The injured suspects were taken to the hospital, where they were confirmed dead by the doctor on duty.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, PSC, ACIPM, MNIPS, commends the bravery and professionalism of the operatives and the support of the military, noting that such inter-agency collaboration remains critical in tackling violent crimes. He reassures residents that the Command remains resolute in its commitment to safeguarding lives and property and urges members of the public to continue to provide credible and timely information to the Police.
SP. Bright Edafe, ANIPR, FCIA, FIPMD, PPRO Delta State Command, Asaba, related this report to the press on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
