The Delta State Police Command has arrested a 23-year-old man identified as Clinton Awuerowswo, popularly known as Clinbaby, over alleged cult-related activities and unlawful possession of firearms.
The suspect was arrested on October 23, 2026, by operatives of the Oghara Divisional Police Headquarters in Ethiope-West Local Government Area of the state.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe, Clinbaby had been on the run following the recovery of firearms and other dangerous weapons from his residence on March 23, 2026.
The recovered items reportedly included one Beretta pistol, two locally made cut-to-size guns, three live cartridges, a battle axe and a jackknife.
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Edafe disclosed that during preliminary investigations, the suspect allegedly admitted ownership of the weapons and membership of the Eiye confraternity.
He added that investigations are ongoing.
Meanwhile, the Delta State Commissioner of Police, Samuel Erale, has reiterated the Command’s commitment to tackling cultism and the unlawful possession of firearms across the state.
The police also urged residents to provide credible information that could assist security operatives in identifying and apprehending criminal elements, assuring them of confidentiality.
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