Police Arrests Five Over Murder of Six Officials

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has confirmed the arrest of five suspects in connection with the gruesome murder of six policemen in Delta State.

This was contained in a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Wednesday.

Adejobi, an Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), said: “The Nigeria Police Force is profoundly saddened by the devastating loss of six courageous officers in Delta State, who exhibited exceptional valour in the face of adversity. 

“These brave officers tragically fell victim to a cowardly ambush by armed assailants while undertaking a mission to investigate the disappearance and rescue of three of their colleagues in the Ohoro forest, Delta State, while six others are currently missing-in-action. Our hearts extend to the families, friends, and colleagues of the fallen officers during this period of profound sorrow.

“We stand in solidarity with them, offering our deepest condolences and earnestly praying for the peaceful repose of the depart¬ed souls,” the statement read.

The police image maker gave the names of the deceased officers as Inspector Abe Olubunmi (IRT), who was enlisted into the Force on 1st August, 2003; Inspector Friday Irorere (51 PMF) enlisted on 1st January, 2003; Sergeant Kuden Elisha (51 PMF) enlisted on 17th October, 2011; Sergeant Akpan Aniette (51 PMF) enlisted on 17th October, 2011; Sergeant Ayere Paul (IRT) enlisted on 17th October, 2011; and Sergeant Ejemito Friday (51 PMF) enlisted on 17th October, 2011. While the officers currently missing-in-action include Inspector Onoja Daniel enlisted 1st February, 2003; Inspector Onogho Felix enlisted on 1st January, 2004; Inspector Emmanuel Okoroafor enlisted 1st April, 2004; Inspector Joel Hamidu enlisted 1st June 2006, Sergeant Moses Eduvie enlisted 17th October, 2011, all of 51 PMF; and Sergeant Cyril Okorie (SWAT) enlisted 17th October, 2011.

Furthermore, he said the Nigeria Police Force is committed to honouring the memory of “our fallen heroes by recognising their bravery, dedication, and sacrifice.