Three individuals, including a police inspector identified as Innocent Ishaku, have been arrested in Makurdi, Benue State, for allegedly vandalising electricity cables in the Demekpe area.

The incident occurred around 4:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 10.

According to a resident, community vigilantes apprehended Ishaku at the scene, while his two accomplices, Isa and Mohammed, both known community members living within the compound of a car dealer, Alhaji Dash, initially fled but were later arrested following Ishaku’s confession.


In a viral video circulating on Facebook, Ishaku confessed to being stationed in Benue for the past 10 years after a transfer from Abuja. He also admitted to being involved in multiple cable thefts, particularly in the Wadata area.

Recovered items included several electrical cables, F connectors, and a police identity card bearing Ishaku’s name and photo (ID number 309976).

The suspects have been handed over to the D Division Police Station in Makurdi.

Confirming the development, Dr. Adakole Elijah, Head of Corporate Services at Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JEDC), Makurdi, expressed concern over rising cases of vandalism.

Meanwhile, the Benue State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Udeme Edet, said she was not yet aware of the arrest but promised to verify and provide updates.

https://dailypost.ng/2025/06/11/police-inspector-two-others-arrested-for-cable-theft-in-makurdi/