Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested five suspects and recovered a locally made revolver pistol as well as 10 bags of substances suspected to be Indian hemp.

On May 30, 2026, at about 5:30 a.m., the surveillance team attached to the Asaba Area Command, while on routine patrol behind NTA Asaba, intercepted three suspects.

Acting on reasonable suspicion, the operatives subjected the suspects — Musa Sule (22), Moses Sunday (26), and Osama Ibrahim (25) — to a search, during which a locally made revolver pistol and other dangerous weapons were recovered.

Similarly, on May 29, 2026, at about 4:00 a.m., operatives of the State Anti-Kidnapping Unit (SAKU), while on an intelligence-led stop-and-search operation along the Onitsha-Benin Expressway, intercepted an ash-coloured Mercedes-Benz station wagon with registration number BEN 982 TE.

The vehicle was occupied by Hilary Aloma and Oki Joseph, alias “Big Joe”.

During a thorough search of the vehicle, the operatives recovered 10 bags containing substances suspected to be Indian hemp, which had been concealed inside the vehicle.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspected illicit drugs were being transported from Edo State to Awka, Anambra State, before the suspects were intercepted by the operatives.

Confirming the arrests, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Bright Edafe, said the suspects were immediately taken into custody, while the exhibits were secured as evidence.

He added that investigations are ongoing to establish the full extent of the criminal network involved and to identify other accomplices connected to the illicit trade.

The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, commended the operatives for their vigilance, professionalism and commitment to duty.

He further warned individuals involved in the unlawful possession of firearms, drug trafficking, cult-related activities and other forms of criminality to desist or face the full weight of the law.

Two soldiers attached to the 63 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have lost their lives in a road accident in Oshimili South Local Government Area of Delta State.

It was gathered that the driver involved in the crash is currently under investigation after reportedly testing positive for hard drugs.

A post shared on X by security analyst Zagazola Makama said that military sources disclosed that the incident occurred on May 30 along 74 Road in Oshimili South, prompting an immediate response from troops following reports of the accident.

Earlier findings revealed that the two soldiers were travelling on a motorcycle when they were hit by a vehicle.

The victims were swiftly evacuated to the 63 Brigade Medical Centre for urgent medical attention. However, medical personnel confirmed them dead on arrival.

Following the incident, security operatives arrested the driver of the vehicle involved in the crash.

“Sources said the suspect was subjected to drug screening and reportedly tested positive for cannabis and cocaine,” Makama said.  

The driver has since been handed over to the 63 Provost Company for further investigation and necessary action.

Furthermore, the bodies of the deceased soldiers have been deposited at the morgue of the Asaba Specialist Hospital pending further arrangements.

“Authorities have commenced investigations to determine the circumstances surrounding the accident,” Makama added.  

Troops of 12 Brigade operating under Operation MESA have neutralised a suspected terrorist and recovered arms and ammunition during an ambush operation in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State.

A counter-insurgency and security expert in the Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama, disclosed this in a post on X.

Makama stated that the operation was conducted following credible intelligence on the activities of suspected terrorists around Jakura 2 community.

He noted that troops responded to the information and laid an ambush along a suspected terrorist crossing point on the old Obajana–Tajimi Road in the early hours of the operation.

According to him, during the encounter, one suspected terrorist was neutralised while others reportedly fled the scene.

The security expert stressed that items recovered from the operation included one AK-47 rifle, five magazines, three of which were loaded with a total of 70 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, a bandolier and a mobile phone.

He described the operation as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt criminal and terrorist activities within the brigade’s area of responsibility.

“Troops have continued domination patrols in the area to prevent the movement of criminal elements and enhance security for residents.

“The recovered items are expected to aid further intelligence and investigative efforts,” he said.