A man who used his “juju” practice as cover for illegal arms dealing has been caught by Delta State security operatives
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In what sounds like something straight out of a Nollywood thriller, Delta State security operatives have busted a man who was allegedly using his native doctor practice as a front for a dangerous gunrunning operation.
The Delta State Command Anti-Cult Unit (CACU) arrested one Chukwuka Nzete*, popularly known in his community as **”Ododo”, a resident of Isupe Community in Ndokwa West Local Government Area. While neighbours knew him as their local *dibia — the go-to man for spiritual consultations and herbal remedies — security agencies were piecing together a far more sinister picture behind the scenes.
The Perfect Cover
It is no secret that native doctors occupy a unique space in many Nigerian communities. People visit them in the dead of night, come and go at odd hours, and rarely question what goes on behind closed doors. For Nzete, this cultural trust appeared to be his greatest weapon — allegedly using the mystique and privacy that surrounds native doctor practice to mask his alleged involvement in illegal arms trafficking.
CACU Moves In
The operatives of the Anti-Cult Unit, known for their relentless crackdown on cult-related activities and associated crimes across Delta State, reportedly moved in and apprehended Nzete after gathering sufficient intelligence on his activities.
The arrest once again highlights the growing sophistication of criminal networks in the Niger Delta region, where illegal weapons continue to fuel communal crises, cult clashes, and violent crimes.
A Wake-Up Call for Communities
This arrest should serve as a reminder to Nigerians — particularly in riverine and rural communities — that criminals are constantly evolving their tactics. When someone wraps criminal activity in cultural or spiritual clothing, it becomes harder for ordinary citizens to detect or report.
Security experts have long warned that the proliferation of small arms in the Niger Delta remains one of the region’s most pressing challenges, feeding into a cycle of violence that affects innocent men, women, and children.
What Happens Next?
Nzete is currently in the custody of the Delta State CACU as investigations continue. Residents of Ndokwa West and surrounding communities are urged to cooperate with security agencies by providing credible and timely information about suspicious activities in their neighbourhoods.
As the Igbo proverb goes — onye wetara oji wetara ndụ — but in this case, what “Ododo” allegedly brought to his community was anything but life.
If you have information about illegal arms or criminal activity in your area, report to the nearest police station or contact the Delta State Command through official channels.
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