Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have uncovered a shipment of illicit drugs cleverly concealed inside electric bulbs and recovered a firearm tied to an ongoing murder and cultism investigation, marking a significant breakthrough in the state’s fight against crime.
The Command’s spokesperson, Bright Edafe, said the discoveries were made during separate intelligence-driven operations carried out on April 13, 2026. He explained that the coordinated efforts highlight the police’s renewed focus on dismantling organised criminal networks operating within and beyond the state.
According to the statement, officers of the Safer Highway Patrol, stationed along the Onicha-Ugbo/Ewohimi Road, intercepted a Toyota Sienna bus heading towards northern Nigeria. The vehicle, driven by 47-year-old Osuke Stephen, was subjected to a thorough search based on credible intelligence reports.
During the search, officers discovered substances suspected to be hard drugs hidden inside electric energy-saving bulbs in a bid to evade detection. The police said the exhibits recovered include 490 grams of a substance believed to be cocaine and 4 grams of a cannabis strain commonly referred to as “loud.”
Preliminary findings indicate that the illegal consignment was being transported to Abuja, raising concerns about the scale and sophistication of drug trafficking operations across state lines. Investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend other individuals connected to the shipment.
In a separate operation later the same day, the police recorded another breakthrough in an ongoing investigation involving conspiracy, cultism, and murder. Acting on actionable intelligence, operatives of the CP Special Assignment Team recovered a pump-action gun along with three live cartridges in the Ekiugbo area of Ughelli.
Police authorities confirmed that the weapon is linked to the earlier killing of Alex Adanike, which occurred on January 15, 2026. Three suspects had previously been arrested, charged in court, and remanded in custody in connection with the case.
Further investigations revealed that a suspect identified as Eddy Onose, who is currently on the run, had been in possession of the firearm before abandoning it after reportedly noticing security operatives were tracking him. He is also alleged to have ties to the Supreme Vikings Confraternity, popularly known as “Aro Baggar.”
The police said efforts are being intensified, with support from local vigilante groups, to track down the fleeing suspect and uncover additional evidence that could strengthen the case.
Reaffirming the Command’s stance, Commissioner of Police Yemi Oyeniyi stated that intelligence-led policing remains central to ongoing operations aimed at curbing criminal activities in Delta State. He also urged residents to remain vigilant and cooperate with security agencies by providing valuable information that could aid in crime prevention and investigation.
