By Praise Chinecherem
Police in Anambra state have arrested Mr, Emmanuel Osuigwe, a suspected member of a secessionist group in Ozubulu, Ekwusigo local government area of the state.
Command’s spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga who disclosed this on Tuesday said the suspect was apprehended by operatives attached to the Ozubulu Police Division in collaboration with the Ozubulu Central Vigilante.
He said the suspect claimed to be member of the proscribed secessionist group who recently escaped from a camp at Ukpor following disagreement with other members.
According to Ikenga, the suspect who sustained handcuff wound is currently in Police custody and undergoing further interrogations.
He said, “Following security emplacement of Commissioner of Police Anambra State, CP Ikioye Orutugu on security surveillance, strengthened visibility policing and expanded routine and targeted patrols both day and night, Operatives of the State Police Command attached to the Ozubulu Police Division working in collaboration with Ozubulu Central Vigilante in the evening of November 30, 2025 arrested one Emmanuel Osuigwe at Amakwa, Ozubulu.
“The suspect was reportedly observed behaving suspiciously and attempted to conceal himself upon sighting the joint patrol team.
“He was immediately apprehended and a search conducted on him led to the discovery of a handcuff wound and recovery of a handcuff.
“During preliminary questioning, the suspect allegedly claimed to be a member of the proscribed secessionist group and stated that he had recently escaped from a camp at Ukpor following a disagreement with other members.
“He is currently in Police custody and undergoing further interrogations. Meanwhile, he has provided useful information that is aiding ongoing investigations.
“To this end, Anambra State Police Command, assures residents of continued efforts to maintain peace, security, and public safety across the State.”
