The Delta State Police Command has arrested a notorious kidnap kingpin, Abubakar Usman, also known as Shehu, and killed four of his gang members during a sting operation on April 10, 2025. According to Police PRO, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Usman confessed to leading a deadly gang responsible for several high-profile kidnappings and murders, including that of a medical doctor and a family in Delta State.
Usman led police to the gang’s hideout along the Asaba/Agbor Expressway, where officers were ambushed by armed gang members. In the ensuing gun battle, four gang members were neutralized, and three AK-47 rifles along with 90 rounds of ammunition were recovered.
In a separate operation in Kano State, police arrested three suspects—Abdul Sadiq, Ahmad Muazu, and Aliyu Sharif and recovered 15 locally made revolver rifles, 102 live cartridges, and six expended shells. Investigations are ongoing to locate the illegal arms factory and apprehend more culprits.
Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, commended the officers for their bravery and reaffirmed the force’s commitment to combating violent crime nationwide.
