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Edo: Police Arrest 42-year-old Man Over Alleged Killing Of Girlfriend

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4 months ago

January 20, 2026

A 42-year-old commercial bus driver, Osabuohen Igerevba, has been arrested by the Edo State Police Command for allegedly killing of his 32-year-old girlfriend, Joy Jerome, in Benin City.

The incident came to light on January 10 after the Chief Priest (Ohen) of Ikpe community alerted the police to the discovery of a lifeless female body found near a river along a roadside.

The Edo State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eno Ikoedem, disclosed this while briefing journalists in Benin on Tuesday.

According to Ikoedem, operatives from the Idogbo Police Division promptly responded to the report and recovered the body, which was taken to a hospital where doctors confirmed that the woman was dead.

Her remains were later deposited at the Stella Obasanjo Mortuary.

Police investigations subsequently identified the deceased as Joy Jerome, a resident of Upper Sakponba Road, Benin City.

This led to the arrest of Igerevba, who lives in the same area.

Further findings revealed that the suspect and the deceased were in a romantic relationship, and that the incident occurred on the night of January 9.

The police spokesperson explained that Igerevba allegedly picked Jerome up that evening, during which an argument ensued while they were heading to his residence.

According to police accounts, the suspect accused the woman of infidelity, claiming he had been unable to reach her for about two days.

During the confrontation, he reportedly stopped the vehicle and physically assaulted her.

Ikoedem said the victim became unresponsive and was rushed to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead on arrival.

In a state of panic, the suspect allegedly transported her body to a riverside community and disposed of it, where it was discovered the next day.

The police spokesperson confirmed that Igerevba is currently in custody and has reportedly confessed to the crime, while investigations are ongoing.

Reacting to the incident, Ikoedem advised members of the public, particularly young women, to exercise caution in their relationships.

“We urge people to be vigilant and avoid abusive relationships. It is important to stay away from confrontations in isolated places or with individuals who exhibit violent tendencies,” she said.

She also encouraged prompt reporting of domestic violence and relationship conflicts to the police, stressing that early intervention could prevent tragic outcomes.

Parents and guardians were equally urged to guide young people on peaceful ways of resolving disputes.

“Domestic violence should never be overlooked. Timely reporting can save lives,” she added.

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

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1 day 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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3 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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3 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.