The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has recorded another operational success in its ongoing efforts to rid the state of illicit drugs, criminal elements and other activities threatening public safety, with the arrest of two suspects in separate incidents in Uyo, alongside the recovery of suspected illicit drugs and cable wires.
The Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, fsi, reiterates the Command’s unwavering commitment to the directives of the Inspector-General of Police and the ongoing operational strategy against identified black spots and illicit drug networks across the state.
A statement signed by the command public relations officer DSP Timfon John said on 14 October 2026, at about 9:30 p.m., operatives of the Command, acting on credible intelligence regarding the alleged sale of illicit drugs along Aka Itiam Street, Uyo Local Government Area, swiftly mobilised to the location.
The operation led to the arrest of one Gideon David, male. A search conducted on the suspect resulted in the recovery of a large quantity of weeds suspected to be Indian hemp. The suspect is currently in police custody as investigations continue to establish the full extent of his alleged involvement and identify other persons connected to the activity.
In a separate incident on the same date, at about 2:57 p.m., detectives were dispatched following a distress call received from the Control Room concerning an alleged theft at a certain Company, located at Udoduoma by Tropicana, Uyo.
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The operatives responded promptly and arrested one Godwin Paulinus, male, in connection with the alleged offence. Cable wires were recovered from the suspect’s bag during a search, and investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine whether other persons were involved.
These arrests underscore the Command’s proactive intelligence-led policing approach and its determination to prevent criminal activities, disrupt the distribution of illicit substances and protect individuals, businesses and property throughout Akwa Ibom State
The Command’s intensified operations under the ongoing initiative against black spots and illicit drugs remain in progress. Discreet investigations have commenced, while efforts are being sustained to identify and apprehend other suspects who may be connected to the offences.
The Commissioner of Police urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious movements, drug-related activities and other criminal conduct to the nearest police station or through established police reporting channels. He assures members of the public that all credible information will be treated with the necessary confidentiality and acted upon professionally.
The Command further reiterates that it remains resolute in its mission to sustain peace, strengthen public confidence and ensure that Akwa Ibom State remains safe for residents, visitors and legitimate businesses.
