In a series of coordinated operations across Edo North and Central senatorial districts, troops from the 4 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have apprehended 12 individuals suspected of involvement in kidnapping activities. The operations, which commenced on May 12, 2026, targeted known hideouts and suspected supply routes in the Owan […]
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The Edo State Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, has expressed serious concern over the escalating cases of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) across the state. During a press conference held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in Benin City, Commissioner Agbonika highlighted the disturbing trend and the police command’s commitment to […]
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Edo State Command, has made a significant dent in drug trafficking operations, announcing the arrest of 104 suspected drug traffickers and the seizure of illicit substances valued at over N1.8 billion. The announcement was made by the State Commander of the NDLEA, Dr. […]
Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have apprehended four individuals suspected of involvement in cult activities, following a coordinated operation in Uromi. The suspects, Julius Oseyomon (64), Abraham Erumosele Momo (54), Solomon Oboigbe (27), and Fidelis Omale (26), were arrested on March 24, 2026, at approximately 0200hrs. According to […]
The Edo State Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in the investigation of the kidnapping of 42-year-old Edafe Oghenekome, announcing the arrest of three suspects linked to his abduction and murder. The grim discovery of Oghenekome’s remains in the Igueladidi forest of Iguobazuwa, located in the Ovia West Local […]
In a significant crackdown on kidnapping activities, the Edo State Police Command announced the arrest of 113 suspected kidnappers during a coordinated operation conducted on Thursday, February 26, 2026. The raid, which took place at approximately 3:00 AM, targeted “Zangos” in Agbede and Iruekpen, areas suspected of being used as […]
The Edo State Government has publicly declared eight individuals wanted in connection with recent deadly incidents across the state. This declaration comes as part of a renewed and intensified security campaign spearheaded by the state. Among those declared wanted are three influential community youth leaders, locally identified as “Okiagheles,” along […]
The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced a major breakthrough in its fight against drug trafficking, revealing that 44 suspects were arrested and more than 2,059 kilograms of illicit substances seized during operations in November. State Commander, Dr. Mitchell Ofoyeju, disclosed the figures […]
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency’s Edo Command has announced the arrest of 46 individuals suspected of involvement in drug-related crimes. According to the agency, 39,983 kilograms of assorted illicit substances were confiscated during operations conducted in July. The state commander, Mitchell Ofoyeju, attributed the success to intelligence-driven operations targeting […]
The Edo State Police Command has announced the rescue of 62 kidnap victims and the arrest of 40 suspected kidnappers during a three-month crackdown on violent crimes. Commissioner of Police, Mr. Monday Agbonika, revealed this information during a press briefing held in Benin City on Monday. The rescued victims, including […]