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The Delta State Police Command has announced the arrest of additional suspects involved in the killing of Alex Adanike, a 31-year-old man in Agbhara-Otor community. The victim was reportedly murdered due to a case of mistaken identity, believed to be a cult-related incident.
Authorities in Delta State have apprehended alleged members of a cult group for the murder of a man they mistakenly identified as their rival's twin brother. The police conducted an extensive investigation leading to multiple arrests.
Law enforcement officials in Delta State have arrested 34 suspected internet fraudsters following a raid on what is believed to be a cybercrime operation in Opete. The operation was initiated after a distress call revealed a hostage situation linked to the fraud activities.
Harrison Gwamnishu warns about rising insecurity in Asaba after armed robbers attacked a hotel, killing a guest and threatening others. He shared CCTV footage of the incident online.
A 44-year-old man, Lucky Edozien, has received a death sentence from a Delta State High Court for the murder of his mother, Mrs. Janeth Odinuwe. His accomplice, 33-year-old Amaechi Enuebuka, was also sentenced to death for his involvement in the crime.
A middle-aged man, Chukwudi Utomi, was apprehended by members of the Agbor Gha-Ihun Vigilante Group for his alleged involvement in a series of Point-of-Sale (POS) frauds in Delta State. Utomi reportedly confessed to stealing from POS operators to support his family after losing his job.
Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori asserts that his switch to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has resulted in significant advancements in governance, financial influx, and federal assistance for the state.
The Delta State Police have detained 272 individuals linked to illegal drug trafficking in the area. This operation follows coordinated raids targeting known criminal hotspots.
The Delta State Police Command has officially denied reports alleging the death of a suspect while in their custody at Ekpan Police Station, labelling the claims as misleading and baseless. The command clarified that no such fatality occurred during recent operations.
The Alue-Do festival, a time-honored cultural event in Delta State, faced severe backlash this year due to allegations of sexual assault. While intended to celebrate cultural heritage, the festival was overshadowed by disturbing incidents that outraged the community.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has once again expressed his strong support for the establishment of Anioma State, proposing that Asaba should serve as its capital, while Warri would govern the remaining Delta State.
On Sunday, Delta State welcomed Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, a 16-year-old autistic cyclist, who is on a long-distance ride to raise awareness about autism. His journey aims to inspire and garner support for individuals with special needs.
Authorities in Delta state have apprehended a suspected female drug trafficker in the capital, Asaba, as part of a coordinated operation. Various illegal drugs were seized during the crackdown.
The Delta State Police has denounced allegations that the Alue-Do festival in Ozoro was a 'rape festival', confirming that they have not received any official reports of sexual assault related to the event.
A resident of Delta State has provided insights on the Ozoro festival, dispelling misconceptions that have emerged widely on social media. He emphasizes that the festival has its roots in traditional practices rather than the sensational accounts circulating online.
