Police arrest suspected cultists in Delta community, recover guns
Eight Suspected Cultists Arrested in Delta State
Amukpe, Delta State — Operatives from the Delta State Police Command arrested eight individuals on July 17, 2026, in connection with alleged cult activities in the Sapele Local Government Area.
The suspects, identified as Lucky Naset, 30; Ochuko Midwest, 27; Samuel Oghene, 29; Michael Mmadu, 35; Dennis Philip, 28; Goodluck Onujenya, 30; Ovie Royal, 25; and Divine Otemu, 22, were taken into custody following a tip-off.
During a search of their hideout, police recovered three locally fabricated pistols, six live cartridges, eight rounds of live ammunition of various calibers, two axes, two grinders believed to be used for cannabis, a bottle containing a suspected illicit substance, and other incriminating items.
Police Public Relations Officer SP Bright Edafe reported that preliminary investigations suggest a link between the suspects and cult-related activities within the Sapele area.
An ongoing investigation aims to identify additional members of the group and recover more weapons.
