Bayelsa Judge's Abductors Arrested, Police Officer Rewarded for Rejecting Bribe

The Bayelsa State Police Command has arrested the abductors of Justice Ebiyerin Omukoro, a Judge of the Bayelsa State High Court. The judge was kidnapped on June 21 in Yenagoa and held for 12 days before being rescued through a joint effort by security agencies.


Governor Douye Diri announced the arrest during a state executive council meeting, while also honoring Superintendent of Police Sentome Obi for rejecting a $17,000 bribe offered by a suspect involved in organ harvesting. The governor stated that everyone involved in the kidnapping has been apprehended, except the gang leader who is still at large.

Diri commended the security agencies for their efforts in ensuring the state's safety and peace. He praised SP Obi's gallantry, honesty, and devotion to duty, recommending him for promotion and rewarding him with a three-bedroom flat and a car. The governor emphasized that SP Obi's actions brought dignity and pride to the Force and to Bayelsa State.

The governor emphasized the state's zero-tolerance policy for crime and criminality, highlighting the government's efforts to improve security architecture through technology, including drones and CCTV cameras. He noted that these efforts have greatly improved crime-fighting in the state, enabling the security agencies to respond quickly and effectively to security threats.

The Bayelsa State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Francis Idu, congratulated the government and people of the state for producing a dedicated officer like SP Obi. He stressed the need for government to invest more in boosting security to protect lives and property, and praised the governor's commitment to security in the state.

The arrest of the judge's abductors and the recognition of SP Obi's integrity demonstrate the government's commitment to security and good governance in Bayelsa State. The state's residents can feel safer knowing that the government is taking proactive steps to address security challenges and reward officers who demonstrate integrity and dedication to duty.

The governor's reward of a three-bedroom flat and a car to SP Obi is a testament to the government's appreciation for officers who uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. The reward is also expected to motivate other officers to emulate SP Obi's example and uphold the values of the Nigeria Police Force.


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