Operatives of the Rivers state police command have apprehended 7 suspects in connection with the murder of Barrister Bright Owhor in Port Harcourt.
Disclosing this in a statement, the command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko Koko, said that the suspects were identified and apprehended through meticulous intelligence work and technical surveillance over ten days.
“Following the tragic killing of Barrister Bright Owhor 46 years, ‘m’ of No. 40c Market Road, Rumuomasi, Port Harcourt, by unidentified gunmen on July 6, 2025, Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit were deployed to investigate and bring the perpetrators to justice.
“Through meticulous intelligence work and technical surveillance over ten days, all individuals involved in the crime were identified and apprehended.
“They include: Prince Samuel ‘m’ 30 years– armed operative, Daniel Godwin ‘m’ 25 years – driver of the getaway vehicle, Henry Peter ‘m’ 24 years – arm supplier, and he was the one that shot the victim, Godfrey Emmanuel ‘m’ a.k.a. Ibu 30 years – gang leader, Chukwu Nneji ‘m’ 34 years, Justice Dimkpa ‘m’ 27 years and Promise Wikere ‘m’ 22 years – handler of stolen vehicles”, she stated.
The PPRO added that during interrogation, the suspects confessed to being members of the Deygbam Secret Cult Group.
“They admitted to their roles in the murder, the withdrawal of funds from the victim’s bank account, and involvement in recent cult-related violence between BS and G12 Deygbam factions in Diobu, Port Harcourt.
“Recovered exhibits include: One MTN SIM card, four locally made pistols, seven rounds of 9mm ammunition, two live cartridges, one mini bus, one Toyota Camry”, She further stated.
SP Iringe-Koko noted that the Commissioner of Police, Rivers State, CP Olugbenga A. Adepoju, psc, mnips, commended the operational prowess of the Operatives, which underscores the commitment of the Command to the safety and security of all residents.
“These operations reflect a broader strategy to dismantle criminal networks and ensure public confidence in law enforcement”.
