The Delta State Police Command has intensified its crackdown on drug trafficking networks, arresting multiple suspects and recovering large quantities of suspected hard drugs in coordinated raids across the state.
In a major breakthrough, operatives of the Oghara/Oreokpe Division on 15 April 2026 at about 2223hrs raided a notorious drug hideout in Ugholo community, leading to the arrest of a suspected drug baron, one Justina Onokpasa (F), aged 33.
According to the command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, during the operation, police recovered “two large bags of weeds suspected to be Canadian Loud, three hundred small cans of substances also suspected to be Canadian Loud, thirty bottles of CSC codeine, ten sachets of tramadol, two sachets of ‘Super Royal’ (Redboy), twelve sachets of Swinol, twelve pieces of molly drugs, and four hundred empty distribution cans.”
Edafe described the recovery as “a significant disruption of a well-organised drug distribution network,” noting that the quantity and variety of exhibits point to “a coordinated supply chain designed to fuel illicit drug circulation within and beyond the state.”
In a related development, operatives of the State Anti-Cult Unit (SACU) on 16 April 2026 at about 1145hrs carried out a raid on identified drug spots in Abraka, arresting three suspects.
“During the operation, large quantities of weeds suspected to be Indian hemp and other illicit substances were recovered,” the Command stated, adding that “the arrests followed credible intelligence and sustained surveillance of criminal activities in the area.” Edafe said.
All suspects are currently in police custody as investigations continue.
In his reaction to the development, the Commissioner of Police, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, commended the operatives for their professionalism and resilience, stating that “the Command remains resolute in its determination to rid Delta State of criminal elements, particularly those involved in the distribution and sale of hard drugs.”
He stressed that “drug trafficking remains a major driver of violent crimes and social disorder,” warning that “the Command will not relent in identifying, apprehending, and prosecuting individuals and groups engaged in such unlawful activities.”
Oyeniyi further assured residents that “sustained intelligence-led operations will continue across all parts of the state,” while urging members of the public to “support the Police with timely and credible information that will aid ongoing efforts to combat crime.”
“The cooperation of the public is critical to the success of policing,” he added, reiterating that “the Command is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents.” Oyeniyi said.
