Daybreak, Politics, Entertainment, Sport

Tag: Benue Police Command

  • Benue Police Arrest Four Cult Kingpins, Recover Arms in Guma and Gboko Operations

    Benue Police Arrest Four Cult Kingpins, Recover Arms in Guma and Gboko Operations

    By Isaac Kertyo, Makurdi

    The Benue State Police Command has arrested four suspected cult kingpins and recovered arms following coordinated security operations along the Daudu–Uikpam Road in Guma Local Government Area and parts of Gboko, the police said on Sunday. The arrests, according to the command, followed intelligence-led patrols and rapid response to reports of cult-related violence, as part of ongoing efforts to curb criminal activities across the state.In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Udeme Edet, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ifeanyi Emenari, operatives on convoy patrol along the Daudu–Uikpam Road sighted four suspected cultists riding Bajaj motorcycles while allegedly pursuing a male adult armed with guns and other dangerous weapons.

    The statement said that upon noticing the police presence, the suspects abandoned two motorcycles and fled into nearby bushes. The motorcycles were recovered and taken to the Daudu Divisional Police Headquarters, while the victim was rescued and his statement recorded. Following the incident, anti-cultism operatives launched a manhunt to track down the fleeing suspects. The operation later expanded after the command received a distress call in the early hours of January 3, 2026, reporting a violent clash between rival cult groups in Gboko.

    According to the police, the clash resulted in the deaths of two adult males. Patrol and tactical teams were immediately deployed to the scene, where the corpses were recovered and deposited at the General Hospital Mortuary in Gboko. In connection with the Gboko violence, one suspect, identified as Iorwuese Aluor, 34, of Gboko East, was arrested. Police said investigations are ongoing, with efforts intensified to apprehend other suspects who escaped.

    The statement further disclosed that acting on credible intelligence, operatives stormed a location where members of the Vikings Confraternity were allegedly holding a meeting to plan attacks on residents. During the raid, three suspects were arrested.They were identified as Godwin Amough, 23; Tarakaa Mgbaweghga, 27; and Terlumun Orpin, 19, all from Tyohena settlement in Daudu. Police confirmed that the suspects have been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in Makurdi for further investigation and possible prosecution.

    CP Ifeanyi Emenari strongly condemned the violent attacks and cult-related activities, assuring residents that the command will not tolerate criminality in any form.“The Benue State Police Command remains committed to protecting lives and property. Cultism and violent crimes will be met with decisive action,” the commissioner said.He also urged members of the public to continue supporting the police with timely and credible information to enhance security operations across the state.

  • Benue, Enugu Police Commands Strengthen Collaboration to Curb Interstate Crimes

    Benue, Enugu Police Commands Strengthen Collaboration to Curb Interstate Crimes

    By Isaac Kertyo, Makurdi

    The Commissioners of Police in Benue and Enugu States, CP Emenari Ifeanyi and CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, have held a strategic operational meeting aimed at strengthening cooperation between both commands to tackle rising interstate crimes and security threats along their shared borders.

    The meeting, held in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, focused on consolidating joint efforts to combat the infiltration of criminal elements and their collaboration with local accomplices within border communities.

    In a joint statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officers (PPROs) of both states, DSP Udeme Edet of Benue Command and Daniel Ndukwa of Enugu Command, the commissioners emphasized the need for enhanced intelligence sharing, coordinated operations, and resource pooling to improve security outcomes in the region.

    “The focus areas of this renewed collaboration include Ado, Ogbadibo, and Okpokwu Local Government Areas of Benue State, as well as Igbo-Eze North, Isi-Uzo, and Udenu Local Government Areas of Enugu State,” the statement said.

    The communiqué further revealed that the meeting was attended by senior operational officers from both commands and would be held regularly to sustain the joint security initiative.

    According to the statement, recent collaborative efforts between the two commands have led to the arrest of several criminal suspects operating across state lines, the rescue of kidnapped victims, and the recovery of stolen vehicles, laptops, mobile phones, and other items.

    The Commissioners reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining peace and security through proactive policing, community engagement, and timely intelligence-driven operations to dismantle criminal networks operating within and across their jurisdictions.

  • Benue Police Launch Statewide Operations to Tackle Criminals and Banditry

    Benue Police Launch Statewide Operations to Tackle Criminals and Banditry

    By Isaac Kertyo, Makurdi

    The Benue State Police Command has intensified its fight against crime through a coordinated security initiative, Operation Restore Peace in Benue State. The operation, launched in collaboration with other security agencies, is aimed at dismantling criminal camps, curbing banditry, and restoring safety across the state.

    In a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Udeme Edet, on behalf of Commissioner of Police Emenari Ifeanyi, the police said the exercise seeks to recover illegal arms, arrest suspects, and ensure their prosecution under the law.

    Commissioner Ifeanyi reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to protecting lives and property, warning individuals who finance or support criminal groups to desist or face prosecution. He assured residents that the police remain determined to combat crime in all its forms.The Commissioner also appealed to members of the public to remain law-abiding and cooperate with security agencies in their efforts to make Benue State safer.

  • Benue Police Command to Collaborate with Institutions, Others to Tackle Crimes

    Benue Police Command to Collaborate with Institutions, Others to Tackle Crimes

    By Isaac Kertyo, Makurdi

    The new Commissioner of Police Benue State Command, Mr Tunji Akinbola says the Command is collaborating with Institutions, Faith Based Organizations, Traditional leaders to stamp out cultism and other criminal activities in the state.

    He gave this indication when he paid a courtesy visit to Governor Samuel Ortom at the Government House Makurdi, disclosing that the Command has recovered 26 rifles from cultists who are currently undergoing investigation.

    The Commissioner pointed out that the Command under his watch is collaborating with other security agencies and stakeholders to fish out fabricators of local arms.

    Mr Akinbola contended that efforts are being stepped up to reduce crime in the state using crimes fighting equipment such as, digital fingerprint, date based recorders among others.

    ” I came down and thank God that I made some crime fighting equipment. We have been able to resuscitate two of them for more effective service delivery”.

    He continued: ” My focus is how to redeem these youths which I discussed with the Vice Chancellor of the Benue State University, BSU, Makurdi, Prof. Tor Iorapuu today and I have been going round to engage non governmental organizations and faith Based groups.”

    Responding, Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom assured that his administration would continue to support the Police and other security agencies to enable them tackle crimes in the state.