Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
The Delta State Police Command has recorded significant breakthroughs in its ongoing statewide operations against drug trafficking and related criminal activities, following coordinated raids that led to the arrest of multiple suspects and the recovery of large quantities of illicit substances across different locations in the state.
The operations, carried out by different tactical units of the Command, are part of intensified efforts to dismantle drug distribution networks, curb substance abuse, and reduce the influence of drug-related crimes, which security authorities have repeatedly linked to cultism, violent offences, and other forms of insecurity in Delta State.
In the first operation, operatives of the Orerokpe Division, working under the Anti-Crime Patrol unit, stormed a suspected drug hideout in Ugholo community on April 15, 2026, at about 10:23 pm. The raid followed intelligence reports indicating that the location was being used as a storage and distribution point for illicit substances.
During the operation, officers arrested a female suspect identified as Justina Onokpasa, aged 33. A detailed search of the premises led to the discovery of a significant quantity of suspected hard drugs and paraphernalia believed to be used for packaging and distribution.
Items recovered from the location included two large bags containing substances suspected to be Canadian Loud, a strain of cannabis. Officers also recovered about 300 small cans of the same substance, suggesting large-scale repackaging operations intended for street-level distribution.
Further findings included 30 bottles of CSC codeine syrup, 10 sachets of tramadol, two sachets of a substance identified as “Super Royal” also referred to as Redboy, 12 sachets of Swinol, and 12 pieces of substances suspected to be molly drugs, a psychoactive substance often associated with recreational abuse.
In addition, about 400 empty distribution cans were recovered from the premises, indicating an established packaging system likely used for retail circulation of the drugs within and outside the community.
Police authorities confirmed that the suspect is currently in custody while investigations continue to determine the full extent of the drug network, including possible collaborators, suppliers, and distribution channels linked to the seized substances.
In a separate but related operation, operatives of the State Anti-Cult Unit (SACU) carried out another raid on April 16, 2026, at about 11:45 am, targeting identified drug hotspots in Abraka, a major urban and academic hub in the state.
During the Abraka operation, three suspects were arrested following coordinated surveillance and intelligence-led intervention. Police also recovered large quantities of substances suspected to be Indian hemp, along with other illicit drugs believed to be in circulation within the area.
Security sources indicated that the Abraka operation was part of a broader strategy to target drug activity in densely populated areas, particularly those with high youth and student populations, where drug abuse and distribution networks are believed to be more prevalent.
The Delta State Police Command stated that both operations were driven by actionable intelligence and reflect a sustained effort to disrupt criminal enterprises linked to drug production, storage, and distribution across the state.
According to the Command, drug trafficking remains a major security concern due to its connection with other forms of crime, including armed robbery, cult violence, and community unrest. Authorities have therefore intensified surveillance and tactical operations across identified black spots.
The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, praised the operatives involved in the raids, describing the operations as successful and professionally executed. He commended the officers for their vigilance, coordination, and commitment to tackling drug-related crime.
He reaffirmed the Command’s determination to sustain and expand such operations across all divisions in the state, stressing that drug barons and traffickers would continue to face aggressive enforcement action.
The Commissioner also called on members of the public to support police efforts by providing credible and timely information that could assist in identifying drug syndicates and other criminal networks operating within communities.
He emphasized that community participation remains a critical component in the fight against drug abuse and trafficking, noting that law enforcement agencies cannot succeed without cooperation from residents.
Police authorities further disclosed that investigations are ongoing to uncover the full structure of the drug networks linked to the arrested suspects, including possible interstate or international connections.
They added that efforts are also being made to trace supply routes and identify other hideouts used by traffickers in the state, as part of a wider crackdown on organised drug-related crime.
The Command reiterated its commitment to maintaining sustained pressure on criminal elements and ensuring that Delta State does not become a safe haven for drug cartels or other illegal operations.
The recent arrests and seizures add to a growing list of enforcement actions carried out in the state in recent months, reflecting an increased focus on intelligence-driven policing and targeted raids against high-impact criminal groups.
Authorities have assured residents that the operations will continue and intensify, with the aim of reducing drug availability, protecting communities, and improving overall public safety across Delta State.
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