Delta Police Arrest 22 Cultists in Delta State Operations

The Delta State Police Command arrested 22 suspected cultists in separate operations at Eku and Owhelogbo communities. Among those arrested are Best Enarisa (45), Alex David (33), Precious Onokponu (30), Joel Odafe (19), Zino Oghene (33), Oghenero Gabriel (35), and Ofego Omaoke (25).

A statement from the police public relations officer, SP Bright Edafe, indicated that 15 suspects apprehended at Eku community were arraigned before the Federal High Court in Warri on 25th September 2026. Additionally, 7 suspects arrested at Owhelogbo community were arraigned before a Chief Magistrate Court.

They face charges related to conspiracy and membership in the Supreme Vikings Confraternity, also known as “Arobag.” The courts ordered their remand in correctional custody pending further proceedings. Delta State Commissioner of Police, Samuel E.

Erale, reiterated the command's commitment to diligently investigate and prosecute cultism cases and urged community leaders and parents to provide timely information to prevent cult-related violence.