Edith CHUKU
Chairman of Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State, Chief Obariollormate Ollor, has declared that the LGA would no longer serve as a safe haven for criminals and lawless individuals.
Ollor made this declaration following the apprehension of two suspects allegedly linked to a stolen vehicle case in the local government.
While condemning the act, the LG boss reaffirmed the council’s commitment to tackling criminal activities within the area.
Ollor warned that anyone involved in any form of criminality and social vices would face the full wrath of the law.
His words: “Eleme will no longer serve as a safe haven for criminals and lawless individuals.
“All directives aimed at securing Eleme would be strictly enforced and we assure residents of sustained efforts to ensure safety and order across the local government area.
“Let me also categorically reaffirm the zero-tolerance stance on jungle justice and affirm my administration’s commitment to upholding the rule of law.”
Meanwhile, the Chief Security Officer of the council who revealed that the arrest of the suspects was carried out in line with the directives of the LGA boss disclosed that, “my team activated a security operation tagged “Operation Red Alert” from the onset of this administration, maintaining continuous surveillance across the locality.
“The suspects were apprehended after investigations traced them to a stolen Toyota Corolla reportedly hidden along New Road in Onne on April 5, 2026.
“Following weeks of monitoring and manhunt, the suspects were eventually arrested, with authorities confirming that they admitted involvement in the crime during preliminary interrogation.”
The suspects have been handed over to the Police for further investigations and possible prosecution if found guilty.
