Police arrest 37yr old notorious drug baron in Delta, recover illicit drugs

Operatives of the Orerokpe Division in Okpe Local Government Area of Delta State led by CSP Paul Oboware, have arrested a thirty seven(37) year old notorious drug baron, Onos Afokoghene who is known for distributing large quantities of hard drugs within Warri and adjourning communities.

The suspect was arrested on 10th October 2025, at about 2045hrs,DAILY POST can report.

The Police also recovered from the suspect, 3kg of Canadian Loud, 10kg of Indian Hemp, 24ltrs of soaked weed suspected to be Indian Hemp in dry gin (locally known as “monkey tail”), Several sachets of Tramadol of various milligrams, and two (2) POS machines suspected of being used for drug sales.

Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe confirmed the report in a statement in Warri.

He said,”on 10th October 2025, at about 2045hrs, following credible intelligence, operatives of the Orerokpe Division arrested one Onos Afokoghene (male, aged 37 years), a notorious drug baron known for distributing large quantities of hard drugs within Warri and adjoining communities.”

According to SP Edafe, “Acting promptly on a tip-off, the Divisional Police Officer, Orerokpe Division, CSP Paul Oboware, mobilised and led his patrol teams to the identified flashpoint in Jeddo Community, where the suspect and other suspected hoodlums were reportedly engaged in selling and consuming illicit substances.

“Sensing the approach of the police, the suspects attempted to flee, but the team swiftly closed in and arrested the suspect, Onos Afokoghene, after a brief pursuit.

“A thorough search of the scene led to a startling discovery of illicit substances and paraphernalia used in large-scale drug sales.”

SP Edafe noted that, “The suspect is currently in custody while investigations continue to uncover his network of distributors and buyers.”