Eight suspected cultists were arrested on Saturday by the Anambra State Police Command during a successful raid of their hideouts in Enugu-Ekwu Njikoka Local Government Area.

According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the operation was carried out by the Anti-Cult Unit of the Command.

“Police Operatives attached to the Special Anti-Cult Unit, Enugwu-Ukwu, acting on credible information, carried out the operation in the evening of 16th April 2026.

During the raid, eight (8) suspects linked to cult-related activities were arrested, and various quantities of suspected Cannabis Sativa and other dangerous drugs were recovered”

“The suspects, all males, include: Chidalu Nwafor (27 years), Chiemerie Nwazueje (24 years), Chima Arwuike (25 years), Jideobi Emeka (26 years), Oliver Okonkwo (18 years), Izuchukwu Christian (18 years), Onyebuchi (21 years), and Walter Idouzour (44 years)”

“The Command notes that the prevalence of illicit drugs remains a major enabler of crime and criminality, particularly among youth groups involved in cult-related activities. This underscores the need for sustained operations and community collaboration in tackling drug abuse and related offences”

“The suspects are currently undergoing profiling and investigation, after which they will be charged in court accordingly”

“The Command reassures Ndi Anambra of its commitment to sustaining ongoing operations aimed at dislodging criminal elements across the State and ensuring the safety and security of all residents”, he said.