Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
A Magistrate Court sitting in Asaba, Delta State, has convicted and sentenced 16 suspects to three years' imprisonment for offences bordering on conspiracy, theft of government property, malicious damage and unlawful possession of prohibited drugs. The convictions, secured on July 15, 2026, followed the prosecution of the suspects for criminal conspiracy and the theft of iron rods belonging to the Delta State Government, as well as wilful and malicious damage to government property, contrary to the Criminal Code Law of Delta State. The court also found the suspects guilty of unlawful possession of twenty cups of Colorado (Kolos), an offence punishable under the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency Act.
The convicted persons have been identified as Yaro Abdul, 25; Mohammed Isah, 31; Hassan Jato, 23; Azeez Bello, 18; Duru Lawrence, 27; Tijani Hassan, 23; Muasu Alabo, 27; Lawal Zardi, 18; Gambo Abdul, 18; Ali Musa, 21; Musa Abdul, 18; Umuru Kasa, 19; Gaga Amos, 25; Sani Garuba, 18; Hanza Garuba, 24; and Abdul Ahi Jubrin, 18. The convictions were delivered by Magistrate Court 3, Asaba, which sentenced each of the defendants to three years' imprisonment at the Ogwashi-Uku Correctional Centre. The court's decision followed the suspects' guilty pleas and the presentation of evidence by the prosecution.
The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, commended the diligent investigation and successful prosecution of the case, noting that the conviction sends a clear message that vandalism of public assets, theft, and drug-related offences will be met with the full weight of the law. He reaffirmed the command's resolve to sustain intelligence-led operations to safeguard public property and maintain law and order across the state. The convictions were also seen as a significant victory in the state's ongoing fight against vandalism and drug abuse, which have been identified as major contributors to insecurity and social disorder in the region.
The Delta State Police Command has reiterated its commitment to protecting critical public infrastructure and enforcing the law. The convictions are expected to serve as a deterrent to others who may be tempted to engage in similar criminal activities. The police have urged members of the public to continue providing useful information to security agencies to assist in the fight against crime.
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