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Akwa Ibom Police Command arrests killers of Police Inspector in Uyo

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…rescues trafficked child, kidnapped victim

Otobong Nsekpong

 

Akwa Ibom state Commissioner of Police, CP Waheed Ayilara (m) addressing the press at Police headquarters, Ikot Akpan Abia, Uyo on Monday 1st July 2024

The Akwa Ibom state Police command has arrested a notorious cult members that killed a Police Inspector, Usang Egbe ‘m’ on the 1st of January 2024.

The Commissioner of Police in Akwa Ibom State CP Waheed Ayilara confirmed this at press briefing at the police headquarters, Ikot Akpan Abia.

In a statement read out and copy made available to journalists, the police command said those arrested include One Wisdom Victor ‘m’ aka Naked, one Sunday Joseph Akpan ‘m’ aka Slot, one Isaac Enefiok Friday ‘m’ aka Chapter One, one Ifiok Udo Etim ‘m’ aka Solowise, one Nsikak Joseph Inyang ‘m’ aka Funky, one Uduak Ime Jimmy ‘m’ aka Messi.

 

The suspects confessed to both crimes and mentioned other members of their gang (Debam cult) that partook in the terror attacks.Two locally made gun, two bottles containing concoctions suspected to be charms and illicit drugs were recovered from them

The statement added that after killing the police inspector, the same group on the 21st of January 2024 invaded a family compound at Ikot Ekpeyak Ikono village, Uyo Local Government Area and killed one Dr. Udofia Sunday Umo as reported on 4th April, 2024 at about 09:00 am by one Unyime Sunday Umo ‘m’ of Uyo.

The command also on the 09/5/2024 at about 2:30 pm, acting on credible intelligence, arrested one Michael Emmanuel Edet ‘m’, one Ability Henry Tom ‘f’ and one Uwem Udoh Moses ‘f’ at their hideouts within Ibesikpo and Aka Etinan road for stealing a 12 year old male child (name withheld) while he was hawking groundnut along Oron road and was taken to Ovum Community in Obingwa L.G.A., Abia State, sold out for the sum of Four Hundred Thousand Naira (N400,000) to one Loveth Nkwankwo ‘f’ of Ovum Community, Obingwa Local Government Area in Abia State.

 

 

Further investigation led to arrest of the said Loveth Nkwakwo in Abia State, suspects confessed to crime and promised to help arrest other fleeing members in their syndicate. Victim rescued and with others. Investigation is still ongoing.

The mother of the victim Ms Nsisong Okon who was at the police headquarters during the briefing was full of praises to God and the Nigeria Police Force for reuniting her with her son.

The Police command also bursted a kidnapped attempt on a proprietor of one of the privately owned schools in Uyo. According to the victim (names withheld) he was accosted along Jonathan Bullarvard by armed men in a tricycle who ordered him out of his vehicle into the tricycle. Fortunately for him a Police Office was close to the scene and risked his life to come after the kidnappers. In a gun battle that ensued, one of the kidnappers was fatally injured and died on reaching the hospital while the school proprietor was rescued alive.

The school proprietor in a chat with newsmen at the police headquarters called for a special reward to the gallant police officer who rescued him at the risk of his life.

Following credible intelligence on a planned kidnapping and collection of One Hundred and Fifty Million Naira from a man (name withheld) 32yrs. Operatives of the Command swiftly intercepted one Toyota Hiace Bus, White Colour and arrested one Emmanuel Augustine Akpayak ‘m’ aged 27yrs, one Echem Ovurizichi Weneka ‘m’ aged 27yrs, one Promise Udofia ‘m’ aged 28yrs and one Jeremiah Johnson Okon ‘m’ 38yrs. Investigation revealed that Emmaneul Augustine Akpayak had arranged for the kidnap and killing of the would-be victim by engaging men on arms and procuring EFCC vest/uniform for the Operation. Victim was invited and a search was conducted at the principal suspect’s house where four pairs of EFCC vest were recovered. Information at hand indicates that the suspect transacted business of selling cars with the would-be victim and owed the victim about Twelve Million Naira (N12,000,000.00), in order to evade the repayment of debt, the suspect hired armed men to kidnap, extort the sum of One Hundred and Fifty Million Naira (N150,000,000.00) and also kill the victim thereafter but the Operation was foiled.

Speaking with reporters, the principal suspect said the procured the EFCC vest used for the failed operation from an Online shop.

The Police command also paraded suspects specialized in robbery, internet fraud and serial rapists. On 6/6/2024 following credible information at disposal, one Abasifreke Idongesit Ezekiel ‘m’ aka Michael a native of Okara Village, Akamkpa LGA in Cross River State aged 25yrs was arrested. Suspect has been on the Command wanted list for cyber stalking, armed robbery and raping of innocent young ladies within the Metropolis. The suspect lures his victims through an account on Facebook with the name “Akparawa Isaac Udofia JP while claiming to be a famous Philanthropist, persuaded the victims to close areas within Pepsi Junction, Etinan Road by Beulah School, Ekom Iman axis, Nkara village in Ikono Local Government Area and within Uyo metropolis, raped, film nude videos, robbed the victims of their phones and valuables.

On 02/05/2024 at about 4:10pm, following a tip off, Operatives of the Command arrested one Daniel Emah ‘m’ aged 47yrs of Etinan Local Government Area but resides at NEPA Line Uyo. Discreet investigation led to the recovery of one AK49 Rifle, one SMG Rifle, two magazines, six rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition from the suspect’s residence. Suspect also confessed to be a member of Viking Confraternity.

The Police commissioner thanked members of the public for timely information and the Akwa Ibom state government under the leadership of Pastor Umo Eno for the support to the police in the fight against violent crime.

 

Some of the internet fraud stars, Armed robbers and serial rapists on parade at the police headquarters on Monday 1st July, 2024

“I wouldn’t end this briefing without a Special appreciation to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno for his support to the Police.
“The Governor’s support and commitment to fighting crime has acted as a buffer towards the eradication of crime and criminal elements in the State.

“The Akwa Ibom State Police shall leave no stone unturned as we battle all factors capable of disrupting Peace, law and order in the State.

‘We urge Akwa Ibom people to continue cooperating with the Police through intelligence sharing so that together we can fight and successfully defeat crime and criminal elements in the State. Please when you see something, say something”

Kidnappers who disguised themselves as EFCC operatives to beat security checkpoint on the road

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Presidential Visit: Police Restricts Drone Operations, Announces Traffic Control Measures Within Uyo

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Ahead of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s visit to Uyo on Friday November 6th, 2026, the Akwa Ibom State Police Command has banned the flying of drones within Uyo metropolis.

The Police also banned the use of fire works and other explosives during the visit.

At a press conference addressed by the Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, at the Police Headquarters, Ikot Akpan Abia, the police also listed routes within the state capital that will be closed to the public during the visit of the president

The routes include Airport road, Shelter Afrique junction, Oron Road by Edet Akpan Avenue, Nung Oku junction, Mbierebe Junction and Godswill Akpabio International Stadium venue of the political rally.

According to the Police Boss, the command, together with other security agencies have put measures on ground to ensure a hitch free visit of Mr. President.

The Commissioner of Police appealed to residents to appreciate that these temporary restrictions are necessary security arrangements and not intended to inflict hardship on the public. He assured that the measures are being implemented in the overall interest of public safety and the successful conduct of the Presidential visit.

The command however regrets the inconveniences the blocked routes will cause members of the public and urged them to take alternative routes to avoid confrontation with security agencies.

The Police Commissioner also disclosed that the command had taken other measures to ensure a hitch free visit including a meeting with other political parties where it was agreed that there will be no other political rally for the two days the president will be in the state.

“Residents are urged to remain law-abiding, avoid restricted areas, comply with all lawful directives from security personnel and promptly report any suspicious movement or security concern to the nearest police station or through established police emergency channels”

The President during the visit will commission projects executed and completed by the administration of Pastor Umo Eno and is expected to also address All Progressives Congress rally at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo.

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TWO MASQUERADE PARTICIPANTS ARRESTED FOR ALLEGEDLY TERRORISING RESIDENTS IN IKOT EKPENE

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The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested two suspected Ekpo masquerade participants for allegedly terrorising members of the public, extorting money from passers-by and assaulting innocent persons in parts of Ikot Ekpene.

The arrests were made on 26th October, 2026, at about 1800 hours, along the Ukana/Abak Highway, during an operational show of force.

The suspects, identified as Ine Isong, aged 29, of Ukana Ikot Esoh Village, and Emmanuel Ekpenyong, aged 20, of Ikono Local Government Area, were allegedly found in possession of Ekpo masquerade costumes and attire, machetes, spears and arrows.

Preliminary reports indicate that the suspects and other persons allegedly involved in the activities had been terrorising residents and extorting money from unsuspecting members of the public. Reports further indicate that some innocent persons, particularly women, were assaulted in the process.

Investigations are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the incident and identify any other persons connected to the alleged offences.

The Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare fsi, reiterates that the Command will not tolerate the use of cultural practices or masquerade activities as a cover for criminality, intimidation, extortion or violence against members of the public. While respecting lawful cultural traditions, the Command remains resolute in ensuring that no individual or group takes the law into their own hands or threatens the peace and security of residents.

A Press statement from the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, urged members of the public to promptly report suspicious activities and acts of criminality to the Police, as the Command intensifies efforts to maintain law and order across the State.

 

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POLICE RECOVERS WEAPON, STOLEN ITEMS FROM TWO SUSPECTS OF ALLEGED MACHETE ATTACKS, ROBBERIES IN UYO

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The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested Wisdom Effiong, 27, in connection with series of alleged machete attacks and robberies in Uyo, following information and reports circulated on social media.

The suspect, a native of Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross River State and a resident of Ikot Okubo Village, Uyo Local Government Area, was arrested in connection with the alleged attacks targeting women.

According to a Press Statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, in the course of investigation, the Police also arrested Yakub Abdullah ‘M’ of Udi Street, Uyo, who is alleged to have received some of the items reportedly stolen during the attacks. Preliminary investigation indicates that the stolen items were handed over to him by the machete attack suspect.

Items recovered in connection with the investigation include one machete, a woman’s handbag, one Tecno POP 5 Android phone, one iPhone 11, one Remi Android phone, and three power banks.

So far, seven women have identified Wisdom Effiong as the person who allegedly attacked and robbed them, while investigation is ongoing to establish the full extent of the suspects’ involvement and identify other possible victims or accomplices.

The Command is therefore appealing to anyone who may have been attacked or robbed in connection with the incidents to come forward and report to the Police Public Relations Unit, Akwa Ibom State Police Command, or the nearest Police Station. Such reports will assist the Command in identifying additional victims and strengthening the ongoing investigation.

The suspects remain in Police custody and will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigation.

The Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, appreciates members of the public for providing information that assisted the Police in apprehending the suspects and urges residents to continue to promptly report suspicious activities and criminal incidents to the Police.

 

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