Police arrest 10 suspects over killing of Benue MACBAN Chairman

The Benue State Police Command has apprehended 10 suspects in connection with the recent killing of Ardo Risku Mohammed, the Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Benue State, and Yakubu Isa.

The arrests were made on the night of June 27, 2026, during a coordinated operation by the Command’s tactical teams in the Otukpo Local Government Area. This action followed intensive intelligence gathering and tactical operations, according to police reports.

The suspects identified are Titus Thyodenda, Utibe Sam, Owoicho Ameh, Sunday Useni, Sunday Ogbanje, Daniel Raphael, Adokole John, Samuel Ogazi, Agbo Daniel, and Onazi James, ranging in age from 18 to 46.

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The Command has made significant progress in the ongoing investigation. Ten suspects have so far been arrested in connection with the incident following intensive intelligence and tactical operations.

Commissioner of Police, Cletus Nwadiogbu, commended the officers involved for their swift response, stating that the arrests represent significant progress in the ongoing investigation. He assured the public that efforts are intensified to identify and apprehend any other individuals connected to the crime.

Mohammed and Isa were reportedly ambushed and killed by armed assailants in the Okudu community of Otukpo LGA while returning from a peace meeting. The Commissioner urged residents to remain calm and continue providing credible information to aid the investigation, reaffirming the Command's commitment to maintaining law and order and ensuring justice.

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The Command remains committed to ensuring that all those found culpable are brought to justice in accordance with the law.