Police arrest 11 suspects for cultism, ATM fraud in Kogi

On October 21, 2026, the Kogi State Police Command conducted operations in Itobe, Ofu Local Government Area, and Idah, Kogi State, leading to the arrest of multiple suspects involved in cultism and ATM card fraud. The police recovered a significant amount of evidence, including 59 ATM cards, two motorcycles, and various weapons such as an axe and a cutlass.

The police arrested a total of 11 suspects, with reports indicating that eight were linked to cult activities in Itobe, while three were part of an ATM card-swapping syndicate in Idah. The police have not disclosed the identities of the suspects but emphasized the importance of these arrests in combating crime in the region. The current situation remains under control as investigations continue, and the police are working to ensure community safety.

Reported by Vanguard, Punch, BusinessDay.