Delta CP Spits Fire Over Attack on Officers, Warns Secessionists to Avoid Delta

Extremist, secessionist, or violent groups have been cautioned by Delta State Police Commissioner CP Aina Adesola to avoid the state because the police under his direction would not put up with their actions there.

The police chief issued the warning on Sunday in response to a report of an unprovoked attack on command police officers at the border between the Akukwu-igbo and Ugbolu communities in Oshimili North LGA,

The police boss gave the warning on Sunday following report of unprovoked attack on Police officers of the command at boundary between Akukwu-igbo and Ugbolu communities in oshimili North LGA.

Following the alleged attack, the CP had directed the immediate deployment of operatives to address the situation, restore order and public confidence.

In a statement on Sunday, Police Public Relations Officer SP Bright Edafe, said that following the prompt police deployment, operative in a sting operation have arrested some suspects connected to the incident.

He said that the suspects are currently in custody and have provided useful information in the ongoing investigations.

According to him, the CP in a tough statement noted that unprovoked attacks on Police officers will not be tolerated under his leadership.

“He also issued a firm warning that no extremist, secessionist, or violent groups will be allowed to operate within Delta State as the command will deal decisively with any person or group that threatens public peace or attacks law enforcement officers.

“Residents are assured of the command’s proactive measures and unwavering commitment to safety, the rule of law, and the protection of lives and property. The public are urged to remain calm and to provide credible information through the Control Room contact: 0803 668 4974, or other appropriate channels that can lead to the arrest of other suspects presently at large”, the statement reads.