The Anambra State Police Command, in its ongoing onslaught against cultism and violent crimes, stormed the residence of Ndefoh Chijoke, 23, in Ogbunike village, Oyi local government, a strong member of the Aye Confraternity (Black Axe), who was sighted in the company of other suspected cultists.
This feat was achieved by the Police Operatives attached to the Special Anti-Cultism Squad (SPACS) Enugu Ukwu in the early hours of 18th September, 2025, following a credible intelligence report.
Upon a search of him, an Ontario CA American-made pistol with one live round of ammunition was recovered from the suspect.
Additionally, following up on the information obtained on the spot from the suspect, nine other suspects were subsequently arrested.
They include: Obuh Onyedika ‘M’ 27yrs, Obuh Confidence ‘M’ 19yrs, Mbanusi Nnaemeka ‘M’ 22yrs, Godwin Udebeh ‘M’ 31yrs, Chizoba Onuake ‘M’ 19yrs, Ohazunike Martins ‘M’ 23yrs, Ndife Chidorie ‘M’ 23yrs, Nwosu Chinecherem ‘M’ 22yrs, and Caleb Nwafor ‘M’ 26yrs.
The suspects are currently undergoing screening and profiling, after which those found culpable will be charged in court.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, commended the swift action of the operatives and reiterated the Command’s commitment to sustaining aggressive raids, intelligence-led operations, and community collaboration to rid the State of cultism, firearms proliferation, and other violent crimes.
Investigation is ongoing, and further developments will be communicated.
Meanwhile, other parts of the State remain calm as counter-terrorism and crime prevention operations continue.
