Police arrest 19-year-old Delta student over illegal firearm purchase

A 19-year-old university student in Delta State has been apprehended by police in possession of a locally made pistol, which he claims he purchased for N320,000 for self-protection. DGreat Nwadozie, a student at Osadebe University, stated during interrogation that he acquired the firearm in Onitsha to defend himself against alleged harassment and the demand for development fees.

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I bought the gun for protection because we are usually disturbed by Hausa people and to collect development fees.

According to police spokesperson Bright Edafe, Nwadozie was arrested during a stop-and-search operation in Asaba. The suspect admitted to contacting an individual named Godwin, who facilitated the purchase. Nwadozie also revealed his intention to join the Vikings Confraternity, stating he was about to undergo initiation.

Authorities have emphasized that the arrest is part of a broader crackdown on cult-related violence and the proliferation of illegal firearms in Delta State. The police command has recently increased its operations, including targeted raids and stop-and-search duties, to combat criminal gangs involved in cultism, kidnapping, and armed robbery.

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I am about to be initiated into the Vikings cult group.

In a warning to young people, Edafe stressed that engaging in criminal activities often leads to imprisonment or death. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about youth involvement in crime and the availability of illegal weapons within the region.

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I feel sorry about it.