By Deborah Nnamdi
The Edo State Police Command has arrested a serving officer, Inspector Ojo Oloruntobi, along with three civilians—Charles Onah, Joseph Ohis, and Enoma Agho—for alleged involvement in extortion, harassment, and robbery in Benin City.
In a statement released on Sunday, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Moses Yamu, said the suspects were part of a syndicate accused of terrorizing residents in collaboration with the police officer.
Their arrest followed a viral video in which a victim alleged he was abducted, intimidated, and robbed of his phone and other belongings by men claiming to be police officers.
Acting on the viral complaint and other related reports, the Commissioner of Police, CP Monday Agbonika, ordered the immediate identification and arrest of the culprits.
On August 15, 2025, operatives from the Ugbowo Surveillance Team intercepted the suspects with a silver Toyota Yaris and other incriminating items.
Condemning the incident, CP Agbonika reaffirmed the Command’s zero tolerance for corruption and misconduct, warning that any officer found guilty of such acts would face swift dismissal, arrest, and prosecution.
“The CP has made it clear that there will be no hiding place for rogue elements within the Force,” Yamu said. “The Command urges all officers to maintain professionalism and integrity.”
The Command also appealed to the victim and the public to provide credible information to aid the ongoing investigation, assuring that it remains committed to protecting lives, restoring public trust, and upholding the integrity of the Nigeria Police Force.
