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Police declare two wanted for murder, kidnapping

The police have declared two persons wanted in connection with multiple murders, kidnapping, unlawful possession of firearms and conspiracy.

• December 31, 2024
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The police have declared two persons wanted in connection with multiple murders, kidnapping, unlawful possession of firearms and conspiracy.

The suspects are Uyi Igiebor and Emmanuel Aigbedo from Ikpoba-Okha LGA, according to a statement by the police on Tuesday.

A warrant of arrest was obtained from the Edo High Court.

“If seen, they are to be arrested and handed over to the nearest police station or to the office of the assistant inspector-general of police, zone 5 headquarters, Benin, or call 08073110892.

“A handsome reward awaits any person or group of persons who provides useful information leading to the arrest of any of the wanted persons,” the police said in a statement. 

(NAN)

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