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Rivers Police Recover Decomposed Body Of Notorious Cult Leader, “2Baba”, Alleged Mastermind Of DPO’s Murder
He fell on the ground but some of his boys quickly took him away.
Port-Harcourt, Rivers State– The Rivers State Police Command has recovered the decomposing remains of Gift Okpara, widely known as “2Baba,” a notorious cult leader who was responsible for the murder of the late Divisional Police Officer (DPO), SP. Bako Angbashim.
It was gathered that 2Baba was hit by bullets alongside some of his loyalists.
The body arrived at the Command Headquarters, Moscow Road, Port Harcourt around 11.06 am on Friday, February 23, 2024, in a white open Hilux vehicle.
The notorious cultist who had been on the run since the murder of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) was shot during a confrontation with operatives of the State Police Command on Saturday at Idu-Ekpeye community in Ahoada.
He fell on the ground but some of his boys quickly took him away.
Speaking to the newsmen, CP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, the State Commissioner of Police, said the Command Tactical Operatives successfully located the shallow grave of 2Baba and recovered the corpse following credible information.
The CP extends special thanks to the Nigeria Airforce for their invaluable support. Also expressing sincere gratitude to everyone who played a part in the operation, particularly officers involved in the operation who have shown extraordinary dedication and resilience.
The Commissioner also expressed gratitude to the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, PhD, NPM for his unwavering support and invaluable advice throughout the operation.
He urged citizens to recognize the importance of collaboration and support to The Nigeria Police Force in the fight against crime.
