Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command have arrested five suspected members of a criminal gang and recovered illicit drugs valued at ₦1,450,000, a counterfeit US $100 note, vandalized electrical wires and cash during a raid in Njikoka Local Government Area.
The operation was carried out on Thursday, 20th August 2026 at about 12:48pm by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, who stormed a suspected criminal hideout at Nawfia, Njikoka LGA, according to a statement by the Command on 21st August 2026.
The arrested suspects were identified as: Omogo Obinna, 29; Okechukwu Nwagba, 28; Echezona Okonkwo, 29; Awal Umar, 23; and Ogadinma Boniface, 33.
Items recovered include substantial quantities of substances suspected to be Cannabis Sativa, Canadian Loud, Black Mamba, Colorado and Loud, vandalized electrical wires, ₦72,550.00 in cash, and a suspected counterfeit United States $100 note.
The Police said preliminary investigation indicates that the suspects are members of a criminal network operating within the area. They have reportedly made “useful statements” and mentioned the names of other alleged members of the gang.
The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, commended the operatives for the successful operation and directed that the investigation be pursued “thoroughly and professionally.”
He also ordered intensified efforts to apprehend other fleeing members of the gang and ensure that all persons found to have participated in the criminal activities are brought to justice.
“The Command assures residents of its continued commitment to tackling drug-related crimes, vandalism and other forms of criminality across the State,” the statement said.
The Police urged members of the public to continue providing credible and timely information, noting that community cooperation remains vital to keeping Anambra safe.
The statement was signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga.