Operatives of the Edo State Special Security Squad, operating under the code name “Operation Flush Out Cultists and Kidnappers,” have arrested nine suspected cult members and recovered a cache of firearms during a raid in Iguoshodin N’ Ikpemaba, Ovia North East Local Government Area.
The Coordinator of the squad, Idemudia Noah, confirmed the development in a statement on Wednesday, noting that the operation was carried out in collaboration with other security agencies and community stakeholders following credible intelligence from residents.
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According to Noah, the team responded to a distress call in the early hours of September 3, 2025, after reports that cultists were harassing residents of the area.
“On arrival, our men moved swiftly and arrested nine suspects. A thorough search of the area led to the recovery of two Baretta pistols, two cut-to-size double-barrel guns, and live AK-47 ammunition,” Noah said.
He revealed that the arms were found in a building allegedly owned by Mr. Osazuwa Igbineweka, the Okaighele of Omi, who has since been declared wanted by the police for allegedly posing a security threat in the community.
Noah explained that the suspects are believed to be members of the Eiye confraternity, a cult group notorious for violent clashes and criminal activities in parts of Edo State.
“From intelligence gathered and from the relief expressed by residents, it is clear that some of those arrested belong to the Eiye cult group. Their arrest has restored confidence among the people who are pleased to see decisive action being taken,” he added.
The Coordinator emphasized that the weapons recovered were not civilian arms but prohibited firearms linked to organized criminal networks.
“Among the weapons recovered were Baretta pistols, cut-to-size double-barrel shotguns, and AK-47 ammunition, all of which point to the extent of the threat posed by these individuals,” Noah explained.
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