The CP commended the operatives for their swift response.
The suspect was arrested by police operatives attached to Oba Division.
Mr Ikenga stated that the security operatives achieved the feat in separate operations in different parts of the state.
The command’s spokesman said the suspect confessed to having perfected plans for the initiation ceremony and the rival cult attack on July 7.
The police command in Anambra says the recent killing of 10 persons in Ogboji, Orumba-South LGA, was not targeted at Ebonyi indigenes.
Mr Ikenga said that operatives are still utilising the information from the suspect to intensify efforts in dismantling the criminal network in the area.
The police spokesperson assured the public that the command remained committed to ensuring the safety and security of lives.
Mr Ikenga stated that the meeting aimed to deliberate on plans to specific security challenges in Oko.
Mr Ikenga said that the Joint Security Force in the state had already stepped up surveillance and patrols.
He added that a witness account revealed that the armed criminals operated with a motorcycle and a black Lexus 350 SUV without a licence plate.
