Operatives of the Edo State Security Corps have arrested three suspects specialized in the vandalism of government properties in the state.

The suspects were allegedly arrested by the security in their hideout inside the Primary School in Ovia North East Local Government Area.

The Deputy Commandant of the state’s security outfit in charge of operations, Richard Balogun, disclosed this to newsmen in Benin City.

Balogun gave the names of the suspects as Daniel Idong (29) from Cross River State, while Destiny Idahosa, 18  and Bright Efosa, 25, are from Edo State.

He said the suspects were apprehended at about 7:06 a.m. on Monday, June 15, 2026, during an operation carried out by operatives of the Oluku command of the Corps

He said they were arrested for alleged vandalism and armed robbery.

According to him, preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects were allegedly involved in vandalising government property and illegally occupying the premises of Oluku Primary School.

“The use of a public school as a criminal hideout is disturbing and a threat to public safety. The security agencies would continue to clamp down on criminal elements in the state”, he said.

Balogun, who condemned the development, noted that he had recently visited schools in the area to sensitise residents and students against vandalism of government property.

He also added that the suspects are being investigated for criminal trespass and acts capable of causing a breach of public peace within the community.

He said the suspects have been handed over to the Divisional Police Officer of Ekiadolor Police Division for further investigation and possible prosecution.

One of the suspects, Destiny Idahosa, confessed to stealing a mobile phone belonging to a commercial bus driver.

Two persons have reportedly been killed by suspected gunmen in a clash believed to be linked to cult activities in Edo State.

DAILY POST reports that the incidents happened in Ugbiyokho area, along the Ekehuan road in Ovia North- East and at Jattu Junction in Auchi, in Etsako West Local Government area of the state.

In the Auchi incident, a motor park worker simply identified as Jogodo was shot dead on Monday about 10:30 am at Jattu Junction in Auchi by assailants.

It was learned that the assailants who reportedly arrived in a black Lexus RX 350 sport utility vehicle immediately opened fire on the victim (Jogodo) before fleeing the scene.

In another separate incident, a young man simply identified as Happy was also reportedly shot dead around the Ugbiyokho area along Ekehuan road in the Ovia North-East Local Government. 

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The victim was said to be returning home from work when the incident occurred.

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‎ A source who spoke on condition of anonymity said that while the deceased’s wife was opening the gate to their residence, the attackers, who had allegedly laid an ambush for him, emerged and shot him at close range before escaping.

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He added that the victim was rushed to a hospital but later died from the gunshot wounds. 

The rationale behind the attacks could not be immediately ascertained at the time of filing this report.

When contacted, the Public Relations Officer of the Edo State Police  Command, ASP Eno Ikoedem, said three suspects have been arrested in connection with the Auchi incident.

According to her, we have three suspects in custody, which the Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, has ordered for the transfer of the suspect  to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) at the command’s headquarters”

Eno said the park has been temporarily sealed since it is a murder case.

She said preliminary investigations revealed that the issue was over the control of the park, adding that it was sealed off to prevent further bloodshed.

The incidents have raised fresh concerns over cult-related violence in the state and the affected areas.

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The Kano State Police Command has warned that motorists driving with covered, defaced, fake, or missing number plates will be arrested and their vehicles impounded as the Command begins full enforcement of traffic laws across the state.

The warning was issued in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, on Tuesday.

The command said the enforcement exercise will begin immediately and will cover all parts of Kano State, including the metropolis and rural areas.

According to the command, the decision became necessary due to the growing trend of motorists deliberately covering or tampering with their vehicle registration numbers.

“This practice is against the law and poses serious security risks,” the command said.

It explained that such actions violate relevant provisions of the Road Traffic Act and the National Road Traffic Regulations, which require all vehicles to display clear and visible number plates at all times.

The police warned that hidden or fake number plates make it difficult to track vehicles used for crimes such as armed robbery, kidnapping, drug trafficking, and thuggery-related violence.

“In a state like Kano with a large population and many police divisions, proper vehicle identification is very important for public safety,” the statement added.

The command said it has directed all area commanders, divisional police officers, and traffic units to begin strict enforcement without delay.

“Officers have been instructed to impound any vehicle found with covered, defaced, unreadable, or missing number plates,” the police said.

It added that vehicles using fake or mismatched registration numbers will also be seized, and offenders will be prosecuted.

The police stressed that there will be no compromise during the exercise.

The command advised all vehicle owners and drivers to ensure full compliance with registration rules.

Motorists were urged to ensure their vehicles are properly registered with the Federal Road Safety Corps.

“Display clear number plates at the front and back of their vehicles, remove any form of covering, tint, or obstruction on plates, and report suspicious vehicles without proper registration to the nearest police station,” the statement added.

The police appealed to transport unions, community leaders, and motorists to support the operation and comply with traffic laws.

It also urged members of the public to report any misconduct by officers during the enforcement to designated complaint hotlines provided by the command.