Personnel of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) at the Badagry-Seme border area have arrested one Obi Levi Obieze, alias Levi Obu Onyeka, wanted by the Nigeria Police for alleged involvement in abduction, kidnapping and ritual killing.
The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Kemi Nandap, has confirmed the arrest of a suspect linked to the abduction of a 13-year-old girl.
Part of the official statement reads:
“According to reports, Obi Levi Obieze, a resident of Umuojor village in Isiagu Community, Enugu State, and a known native doctor, is alleged to have been involved in the kidnapping of a 13-year-old girl on May 27, 2025.
“The victim was reportedly abducted by three men while walking to the farm with her father. She was later rescued by the police from a shrine allegedly connected to the suspect, as reported by a national newspaper on May 28, 2025.
“Based on credible intelligence, Obi Levi Obieze was apprehended by vigilant officers of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Lagos State Border Patrol Command, at the Gbaji checkpoint along the Badagry-Seme Road while attempting to flee the country on a motorcycle. He is currently in custody, and his identity was confirmed via a National Identity Management Commission enrolment slip found in his possession. During initial questioning, he admitted to the alleged crimes.
“The Nigeria Immigration Service is working closely with the Nigeria Police Force to ensure the suspect’s handover and further investigation, reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding the nation’s borders,” the statement added.
Credit: Guardian Nigeria