Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt
The Rivers State Police Command has arrested five persons in Sii Community, Khana Local Government Area of the state over alleged intimidation and ritual-related activities in the area.
Those arrested include Chief Benedict Naalor Deezim, Nuadum Dorka Etukere, Samuel Neekia Deewii, Cletus Nuadum Kanee and Dr. Lekia Nwiko.
The suspects were reportedly arrested on Thursday following intelligence gathering and directives from the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 16, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.
Their arrest followed a legal petition addressed to the AIG and signed by Barry Kumbe & Co., legal practitioners and arbitrators, alleging unlawful ritual practices, intimidation and acts capable of causing panic within the community.
