16 Convicted for Vandalizing Delta Govt Property, Drug Offenses

The Delta State Police Command has secured convictions against sixteen men for vandalizing government property and drug-related offenses. The suspects were sentenced to three years imprisonment each at the Ogwashi-Uku Correctional Centre.

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in demonstration of the Command’s commitment to protecting critical public infrastructure and enforcing the law.

The convictions, which occurred on July 15, 2026, at Magistrate Court 3 in Asaba, followed charges of criminal conspiracy, theft of government iron rods, malicious damage to public property, and unlawful possession of "Colorado" (Kolos), a type of drug.

Police Spokesman SP Bright Edafe stated the development underscores the Command's dedication to safeguarding critical public infrastructure and upholding the law. The convicted individuals include Yaro Abdul, Mohammed Isah, Hassan Jato, and others, all facing the same sentence.

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The convictions follow their prosecution for criminal conspiracy, the theft of iron rods belonging to the Delta State Government, wilful and malicious damage to government property, contrary to the Criminal Code Law of Delta State, as well as unlawful possession of twenty cups of Colorado (Kolos), an offence punishable under the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Act.

State Commissioner of Police, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, commended the police for their diligent investigation and successful prosecution. He emphasized that the convictions send a strong message against vandalism, theft, and drug offenses, vowing to maintain intelligence-led operations to protect public property and ensure law and order.

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The conviction sends a clear message that vandalism of public assets, theft, and drug-related offences will be met with the full weight of the law.