● Nab suspect fake drinks producer
The Delta State Police Command has arrested a woman, for allegedly selling her two
According to Delta State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO),SP Bright Edafe
” December 15,2025,one Rita Ughale, female, of Kokori, Ethiope East Local Government , reported at the Ekpan Police Division that her two-month-old baby was snatched from her during a robbery incident while transiting in a tricycle. Upon receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Ekpan Division, CSP Labe Joseph, immediately mobilised operatives of the Division and coordinated a swift search and rescue operation. “During the course of the investigation, inconsistencies and suspicious conduct observed in the complainant’s narrative prompted further interrogation. The complainant subsequently confessed that the report was staged, and revealed that she had sold her two-month-old child to one Osas Omijie, male, 39, and Judith Omijie, female, 30 , for ₦1,500,000.The suspects were arrested, and the infant was successfully rescued and is safe. The suspects are currently in custody while investigation continues, with efforts intensified to arrest other accomplices for prosecution.”
In another development, the PPRO said,”
On December 14, 2025, at about 7:30, operatives of the Eagle Net Special Squad, Ughelli Surveillance Team, acting on credible intelligence, executed a Search Warrant at the residence and premises of one Lydia Osanebi, female, 67, of 14th Street, Otor-Edor, Ughelli, Delta State.
“During the search, operatives recovered large quantitie of dangerous chemicals suspected to include: methanol, formalin and cochineal (carminic acid), alongside empty and newly printed seals and packaging materials of various brands of dry gin. Also recovered were over 60 litres of suspected counterfeited and adulterated dry gin, super glue, stickers and shot glasses. The suspect was arrested and, during interrogation, voluntarily confessed to producing and repackaging adulterated dry gin using recycled original bottles for over 20 years.
” Preliminary investigation revealed that methanol, one of the recovered substances, is highly toxic and capable of causing severe health complications, including organ failure, permanent blindness, coma and death. Investigation is ongoing to determine the scope of distribution and identify other persons involved.”
He said,” the Command remains resolute in its mandate to safeguard lives and property, protect public health, and ensure the safety and welfare of all residents of the State. Members of the public are advised to desist from engaging in illegal activities and to avoid the consumption of unregulated or suspicious products. Most importantly, citizens are further encouraged to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities or persons to the nearest police station.”
