The Rivers State Police Command has successfully neutralized Nkem ThankGod, a notorious kidnap kingpin and cult leader, responsible for multiple heinous crimes in Ahoada East and Ahoada West Local Government Areas ¹. ThankGod, also known as “2man,” was a 42-year-old native of Ogbologbolo Community, Ahoada West Local Government Area.
Commissioner of Police, Mustapha Mohammed, disclosed this information during a news briefing, where he paraded the lifeless body of the miscreant at the command’s headquarters in Port Harcourt ¹. Mohammed noted that ThankGod’s crimes ranged from murder, kidnapping, and attacking oil pipelines and government facilities.
ThankGod had been on the police’s wanted list since 2021 for sundry crimes, including the murder of a man and his wife ¹. He had been evading arrest, constantly moving from one location to another.
The notorious cult leader was responsible for killing the youth president of Okogbe Community, Mr. Christmas Ede, on December 21, 2021 ¹. Additionally, he murdered two policemen attached to the PMF 48, three civilians, and a spare parts dealer after collecting ransom in 2024.
ThankGod also orchestrated the murder of two Shell staff members in Okogbe, Ahoada West LGA, and stole their Toyota Hilux ¹. He shot SP Bello during a rescue operation in 2022 and killed two Rapid Response Team officers in early 2023.
Furthermore, ThankGod was involved in kidnapping and carjacking a red Toyota Camry from Dare Shola in October 2024 ¹. He orchestrated several kidnappings, extorting ransoms before killing victims.
The cult leader frequently vandalized oil pipelines and government installations in Ahoada West ¹. His reign of terror ended during an intelligence-led operation while attempting another kidnapping.
ThankGod’s gang members managed to escape with injuries, and efforts are underway to apprehend them ¹. The police recovered two AK-47 rifles, five magazines, and 22 rounds of live ammunition from the scene.
The Rivers State Police Command reaffirms its commitment to protecting lives and property ¹. The police will continue working to dismantle criminal networks in the region.
Commissioner Mohammed solicited the cooperation of the public to provide useful information concerning suspicious activities in their neighborhoods ¹. This will enable the police to take prompt action.
The police command’s efforts demonstrate their dedication to combating crime and ensuring public safety ¹ ². The neutralization of ThankGod serves as a warning to other criminal elements.
The command’s commitment to making the state a “living hell” for criminals is a reassuring message to residents ¹. As the police continue to work tirelessly, the public can expect a safer and more secure environment.
