From Emma Elekwa, Awka
Police in Anambra State have arrested a 26-year-old man in Ebenebe community of Awka North Local Government Area of the state over alleged involvement in armed robbery, kidnapping, cult-related activities and secessionist-related offences.
Command Spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, who disclosed this on Sunday, said the suspect, identified as Udochukwu Okafor, popularly known as ‘Small-Moto,’ was apprehended on Saturday, October 24, 2026 during a targeted operation in the area.
He said the operation was conducted by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, following intelligence-led efforts to arrest the suspect, reportedly on the Command’s wanted list.
According to Ikenga, the suspect, during preliminary interrogation, allegedly admitted to snatching a pump-action firearm from a vigilante operative in Ebenebe.
”He also reportedly disclosed possession of a locally made short gun, which he and other members of his alleged gang were said to have used in their criminal operations.
”The suspect further allegedly admitted to membership of the Supreme Vikings Confraternity, also known as ‘Aro-Baggers,’ a group suspected of involvement in cult-related violence in Awka and its environs.
”The Command has intensified investigations to recover the firearms reportedly mentioned by the suspect, establish the full extent of his alleged involvement in criminal activities, and apprehend other suspected members of the gang who remain at large.
”The suspect remains in police custody as investigations continue. The Command assures residents that efforts to identify and apprehend individuals involved in criminal activities will be sustained in the interest of public safety and security.
”The Command will provide further updates as the investigation progresses,” Ikenga said.