Police arrest eight suspects in Anambra cultism raid
Eight people have been arrested by the Anambra State Police Command in a crackdown on cult-related activities in Eze-Allah, Enugwu-Ukwu. According to police spokesman SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the operation was carried out by the Special Anti-Cult Unit following credible intelligence. The raid led to the recovery of suspected Cannabis Sativa and other dangerous drugs from the suspects. The police emphasized the importance of ongoing efforts to combat drug abuse and cultism in the state.
What happened
- Police operatives raided a notorious black spot in Eze-Allah, Enugwu-Ukwu, Njikoka Local Government Area.
- The operation took place in the evening of April 16, 2026.
- Eight male suspects were arrested, including Chidalu Nwafor, Chiemerie Nwazueje, Chima Arwuike, Jideobi Emeka, Oliver Okonkwo, Izuchukwu Christian, Onyebuchi, and Walter Idouzour.
- Various quantities of suspected Cannabis Sativa and other dangerous drugs were recovered during the raid.
- The suspects are undergoing profiling and investigation, and will be charged in court after the process.
