In line with its ongoing commitment to curb criminal activities across the State, the Akwa Ibom State Police Command, under the directives of the Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, fsi, has successfully carried out a series of intelligence-driven raids in Eket and Okopedi.
A statement signed by the command public relations officer DSP Timfon John on behalf of the state commissioner of police Baba Mohammad Azare said on the evening of 21/3/2026 at approximately 1945hrs, operatives acting on credible intelligence raided a known hotspot in Okopedi, where four male suspects were arrested. The suspects are:
• Paul Sunday ‘M’,
• Nelson Ekpa ‘M’,
• Akaninyene Valentine ‘M’,
• Idongesit Harrison ‘M’
It said that the suspects were found in possession of tools typically used for the preparation and consumption of illicit substances, including several empty Squadron bottles associated with substance abuse.
Some quantities of crystal meth (Ice) were also recovered from the scene.
In another operation at Abia Uduk Street, Ikot Ebok, the surveillance team swiftly responded to reports of suspicious activity. Upon sighting the police, several hoodlums fled the area.
During their retreat, one suspect discarded a yellow nylon bag, which was recovered and found to contain two locally made pistols and two live cartridges. These operations are a testament to the relentless efforts of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command to maintain peace and security.
The suspects are currently in custody, and further investigations are ongoing.The Akwa Ibom State Police Command remains committed to eradicating criminal elements from the State, with intensified efforts to clamp down on illegal firearms and the abuse of illicit substances.
The Command urges members of the public to continue providing useful information to aid in the collective fight against crime.
