Police arrest wanted bandit, Abubakar Usman in Delta, rescue kidnap victim

Operatives of the Delta State Police Command's Anti-Kidnapping Squad led by CSP Osakpolor have captured and arrested a wanted bandit Abubakar Usman just as other members of the gang escaped into the forest with their firearms in Delta State.

The Operatives also rescued one Mrs.Blessing Chiedu, unharmed from the hands of the bandits..

Blessing, native of Ubulu-Uku was abducted by the suspect and his terrorist gang in Delta State on 2nd July, 2026, along the Ani-Ifekide Farm Road, Ubulu-Uku.

It was learnt that the suspect and has gang had demanded the sum of one Hundred Million Naira(N100M) ransom from the family of the victim. 

During an exchange of gun fire between the operatives and the bandits,the terrorists fled the scene and Abubakar was captured and arrested.

It would be recalled that Abubakar and his gang have been responsible for several kidnappings across Igbodo, Umunede and other surrounding Communities with their extortition of millions of naira in ransom from innocent families in Delta State. 

A Civil Society Group,SafeCity Security Service headed by Comrade Harrison Gwamnishu have appreciated the Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori and the Delta State Police Command led by CP Yemi John Oyeyemi for their swift response which led to the capture and arrest of the suspect, Abubakr and the rescue of the victim. 

Gwamnishu in a statement said, "I also thank the Commissioner of Police, Delta State, for his unwavering support and the officers and men of the Anti-Kidnapping Squad, Asaba, for their professionalism. Thank you DSP Paul Xdot for doing this for our community."

Narrating how the suspected was arrested, Gwamnishu said, "Yesterday, I was informed about the abduction of Mrs. Blessing Chiedu, a native of Umunede Kingdom, who was kidnapped on 2nd July, 2026, along the Ani-Ifekide Farm Road, Ubulu-Uku. Her kidnappers had demanded a ransom of ₦100 million from her family."

According to him,"Immediately after receiving the information, I escalated the matter, and the Delta State Police Command's Anti-Kidnapping Squad, Asaba, led by CSP Osakpolor, swung into action.

"Using our Hydra Tech Surveillance System, a coordinated rescue operation was launched, and yesterday, Mrs. Blessing Chiedu, a native of Umunede, was successfully rescued alive and unharmed along the Ubulu-Unor/Ashama Road.

"Following her rescue, we immediately launched a manhunt for the fleeing kidnappers. 

"The operation continued throughout the night until approximately 6:45a.m today, when our Surveillance system located the gang to their hideout in the Ogwashi-Uku/Adonta Forest.

"A gun battle ensued, during which our combined team overpowered the criminals. One of the most wanted suspects, Abubakar Usman, was successfully captured, while other members of the gang escaped into the forest with their firearm.

"Investigations reveal that Abubakar Usman and his gang have been responsible for several kidnapping operations across Igbodo, Umunede, and surrounding communities, where they have extorted millions of naira in ransom from innocent families.

"My appreciation also goes to the members of the Nigeria Forest Security Service Area Command Office, led by DC Admin Ebube Jegbefume; members of the Ubulu-Uku Anti-Cult Group; Ward 5B Councillor, Hon. Okocha Martins (Giant); Pastor Jude Chukwuweike Chairman of Aniocha South Local Government Area, for his continuous support; and the Mayor of Orumba South LGA, Anambra State, Hon. Shadrack Azubuike, for his invaluable assistance during this operation."

Gwamnishu said his group's commitment to protecting lives and securing our communities remains unwavering. 

"We will continue to work tirelessly alongside security agencies and community stakeholders to ensure that criminals have no hiding place."