Delta Girl, Boyfriend Arrested for Faking Kidnap, Extorting N2 Million

Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested a young woman, Princess Okolie, and her boyfriend, Prince Atigbi, for staging a fake kidnapping and extorting a ransom of N2 million from her parents. The incident occurred in Asaba, the state capital, and has led to an ongoing investigation by the police.

According to a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Delta State Police Command, Mr. Bright Edafe, the two suspects were apprehended after an intelligence-led investigation. Edafe revealed that Princess Okolie, in her confession, admitted to faking her own kidnapping with the help of her boyfriend to extort money from her parents.

The police statement explained that the drama began on December 30, 2024, when Princess Okolie left her home and did not return. Her mother, Mrs. Oliko Joy, reported her daughter missing to the police on January 2, 2025. The next day, the family received a call from the kidnappers, who demanded a ransom of N2 million for her release.

The case was immediately escalated to the Commissioner of Police, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, who directed the Special Anti-Kidnapping and Cyber-Crime Squad to rescue the victim and arrest the suspects. CSP Labe Joseph, the Commander of the squad, led the investigation, which ultimately resulted in the arrest of Prince Atigbi, who had collected the ransom money.

When interrogated, Atigbi claimed that he was not a kidnapper but was following a script written by his girlfriend, Princess Okolie. Upon further investigation, Okolie confessed that she had orchestrated the entire kidnapping scheme in order to obtain money from her parents.

Both suspects are now in police custody, and the N2 million ransom has been recovered. The Delta State Police Command has assured that the investigation is ongoing, and further details will be released as the case develops.

The police have also warned against similar fraudulent activities and urged the public to be vigilant, as such schemes continue to pose a threat to communities.