The Rivers State Police Command has arrested two suspected cultists, a police corporal and a 200-level Biomedical Technology student of the University of Port Harcourt. Firearms, ammunition and other incriminating exhibits were recovered from them.

The suspects, identified as Corporal Onwukwe Godswill and Ifeanyi Israel, were arrested on September 26, 2025, during a confrontation with the university’s internal security team.

According to a press release signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the suspects were arrested in anticipation of a clash with rival cultists on campus. A search of the suspects yielded two locally-made pistols, four rounds of live cartridges, two rounds of 9mm live ammunition, and one small axe.

Iringe-Koko explained that a subsequent search of the suspected cult leader’s house resulted in the recovery of an additional locally-made pistol and two machetes.

She affirmed that the suspects and exhibits are currently in police custody, and an in-depth investigation has been launched to determine the full extent of their involvement in cultism and other related activities.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Rivers State, CP Olugbenga Adepoju, has reaffirmed the command’s commitment to maintaining peace and security in the state.

He urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or other security agencies, emphasising that collaborative efforts will help build a safer and more secure state for all.