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Anambra Police Recover AK-47 Rifle, 2 Loaded Magazines From Fleeing Kidnappers

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2 years ago

March 11, 2024

Police in Anambra State say they have recovered an AK-47 rifle and two magazines loaded with 50 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition.

The spokesperson for the state police command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga stated this in a press release made available to DAILY POST in Awka, the Anambra State capital.

Ikenga said the arm and ammunition were from a kidnap gang, which the operatives of the command had dislodged last week Friday.

He said two vehicles were recovered from the kidnap gang, while four kidnap victims were rescued when operatives of the command accosted the gang at Awgbu, Orumba North Local Government Area.

He said that the gang escaped in a third car, and that they were suspected to have sustained bullet wounds.

In Monday’s press release, he said the arm and ammunition was from the fleeing gang.

He said: “While combing the surrounding bushes on Saturday morning, Police and the Local Vigilante recovered a loaded AK-47 rifle with double magazines containing 50 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition.

“The weapon was promptly rendered safe and taken into custody for further investigation.

“This is following the smashing of a notorious kidnap gang on the night of Friday 8th March, 2024 at Awgbu in Orumba North LGA.

“Police operatives have intensified manhunt for the kidnappers who escaped from the scene of the shootout.”

Ikenga said the Command’s Special Anti Kidnapping Unit at Awkuzu has taken over the case for proper investigation as directed by the state commissioner of police.

He added that the commander of the unit has assured that it will leave no stone unturned to ensure that the kidnap suspects are brought to justice.

He said four male victims who were rescued last Friday have all been re-united with their families, who expressed joy.

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Ex-convict Arrested In Edo For Armed Robbery, Possession Of Firearm

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2 hours ago

May 5, 2026

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The Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) has arrested a 45-year-old ex-convict, Owen Osas, for alleged unlawful possession of firearms and suspected involvement in a robbery incident.

Osas was reportedly arrested with a cut-to-size single-barrel gun during a covert operation along Fishpond Road in Eyean, Uhunmwonde Local Government Area.

The arrest reportedly comes barely a year after he was released from prison, where he had served time for illegal possession of firearms and other criminal offences.

Osas, who confessed to the latest crime, also admitted to being a member of the Eiye Confraternity.

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Consequently, a victim of an alleged robbery incident, Reginia Izy, identified Osas as the person who robbed her a day before his arrest.
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The victim narrated that the suspect had approached her residence around 8 p.m., pretending to be familiar before carrying out the attack.
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‎The Deputy Commander Operations of ESSC, Richard Balogun, said the arrest was part of intensified efforts to rid Edo State of criminal elements.

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‎Balogun explained that operatives conduct both overt patrols and covert operations to track and apprehend suspects.
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He said, ‎“Our men are always on patrol. Some operate in plain clothes as part of covert strategies, while others are stationed at strategic locations.

“Osas, who is a former convict, was arrested with firearms and he also confessed to be a member of the Eiye Confraternity.”
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Gunmen Kidnap Businessman In Ibadan

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2 days ago

May 4, 2026

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Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted a 60-year-old man in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

The victim was kidnapped on Saturday while on his way to his residence.

The incident occurred at Jinarere, Alakia in Ibadan.

Public Relations Officer of the State Police command, Olayinka Ayanlade, when contacted, confirmed the incident.

Ayanlade in a statement made available to DAILY POST on Sunday, explained that efforts are ongoing to rescue the victim.

Ayanlade said, “Preliminary information reveals that the victim, a 60-year-old male and building materials trader, was accosted while returning home along the Jinarere axis of Alakia Road by four masked armed men, who forcefully whisked him away in an unregistered ash-coloured Toyota Corolla vehicle”.

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Tragedy As Suspected Kidnappers Kill Young Entrepreneur In Edo

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2 days ago

May 3, 2026

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A 30-year-old entrepreneur and CEO of Principle Takeout, Justice Abu Oshioke, has been killed by suspected kidnappers in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State.

He was reportedly attacked by the suspected kidnappers on Saturday while on his way to pick up an order made for his child’s dedication on Sunday morning.

Eyewitnesses said the attackers attempted to force him into a nearby bush in a kidnapping attempt. However, he reportedly resisted and tried to escape.

In the course of the struggle, the assailants opened fire, shooting him multiple times.

Concerned residents quickly rushed him to a nearby medical facility, but he was confirmed dead on arrival.

The deceased was said to have recently gotten married and welcomed a baby boy.

The tragic event has turned a joyous occasion into a moment of grief for the family.

The shocking development has left the Ekpoma community in deep sorrow, with many residents expressing outrage over the growing insecurity in the area.

Edo State Police Command’s spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem confirmed the incident and said the Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika has ordered a “full-scale investigation and intensified manhunt for those responsible.”

According to her, the Police, in collaboration with the military, local vigilantes, and hunters, are actively pursuing the perpetrators through coordinated operations.