17th February, 2025
AKWA IBOM STATE POLICE COMMAND
PRESS RELEASE
*POLICE RECOVER AK-47 RIFLE IN EKET*
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has recorded another breakthrough in its ongoing efforts to rid the state of criminal elements, with the recovery of an AK-47 rifle in Eket Local Government Area.
Acting on credible intelligence, operatives of the command conducted a search operation at an uncompleted building behind Heritage Polytechnic, Ikot Udota, Eket. During the operation, one AK-47 rifle along with an empty magazine, was discovered concealed in black cult regalia.
The rifle is suspected to have been hidden by criminal elements, likely in preparation for illegal activities. However, the swift intervention of the Command has thwarted any such plans.
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command, under the proactive leadership of CP Baba Mohammed Azare, fsi, remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents. Efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend those responsible for concealing the firearm.
The Commissioner of Police urges members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station. Together, we can keep Akwa Ibom safe.
*DSP Timfon John, LLB, Anipr*
Police Public Relations Officer
Akwa Ibom State Command.
