Rita Enemuru, Reporting
DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has commended the State Police Command for the arrest of two suspected electric cable vandals and the recovery of stolen cables – describing the operation as a major breakthrough in safeguarding critical public infrastructure across the state.
In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori praised the Commissioner of Police, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, and officers of the command for their prompt response and unwavering commitment to tackling criminal activities, particularly the vandalism of government-owned facilities.
He also acknowledged the local vigilante group for their co-operation with security agencies, adding that the arrest underscored the government’s determination to protect public assets and ensure that infrastructure investments continue to serve Deltans without disruption.
According to a police statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, operatives of the Kwale Police Station – working alongside members of a local vigilante group – acted on credible intelligence on June 25, 2026, and stormed the Ibabu–Ugiliamai Road, where suspects were allegedly dismantling and stealing electric cables.
The suspects, identified as Osakwe Sunday, 28, and Ekene Obocha, 34, reportedly attempted to flee upon spotting the security team but were apprehended during the operation.
One of the suspects sustained injuries and is currently receiving treatment in hospital, while the other remains in police custody.
The vandalised electric cables were recovered and are being held as exhibits.
Commending the operation, the governor urged residents to continue supporting security agencies by providing timely and credible information to aid in the fight against crime.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting public infrastructure and maintaining a safe and secure environment for all Deltans.
Meanwhile, Commissioner of Police Yemi Oyeniyi issued a stern warning to criminal elements to desist from vandalising critical government infrastructure and other public assets, stressing that the command would continue to identify, arrest and prosecute offenders.
He appealed to members of the public to sustain their co‑operation with the police by volunteering useful information capable of preventing crime and ensuring that offenders are brought to justice.
