Police foil cult initiation, arrest 13 suspects in Delta
Thirteen suspected cult members have been arrested by the Delta State Police Command during a tactical operation in Ekraka Community Forest, Kokori. The operation, led by the Quick Response Squad, followed credible intelligence about a planned initiation ceremony by the Aiye Confraternity. Bright Edafe, the command spokesperson, confirmed the arrests and recovery of firearms, vehicles, and other items. The police have reiterated their commitment to fighting cultism and violent crime in the state.
What happened
- Bright Edafe stated that intelligence was received on December 20, 2025, about a planned cult initiation in the forest.
- The Quick Response Squad, led by SP Collins Achem, acted swiftly and confronted the suspects at the location.
- Thirteen suspects were arrested after a gun duel, while others escaped into the forest.
- Recovered items included firearms, vehicles, charms, and suspected hard drugs.
- The police urged community members to support efforts against cultism and provide timely information.
