Uniuyo graduate arrested for running illegal arms workshop in Uyo
A graduate of the University of Uyo, Koabasi Marsodi, has been arrested by the Akwa Ibom State Police Command for allegedly operating an illegal arms fabrication facility. The arrest took place at a suspected criminal hideout in Uyo, where police discovered weapons-making equipment and narcotic-laced snacks. The operation was part of a broader crackdown on criminal activities in the state. The police say investigations are ongoing to apprehend other suspects linked to the facility.
What happened
- Koabasi Marsodi, a University of Uyo graduate, was arrested on March 15, 2026, at about 9:00 p.m. during a police raid in Uyo.
- The facility was found to be producing both narcotic-laced chin-chin and illegally fabricated firearms.
- Items recovered included cartridges, gunpowder, weapon-making tools, Indian hemp, and military gear.
- The police operation was part of Operation Zero Black Spots, aimed at dismantling criminal hideouts and illegal arms centres.
- The Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, reaffirmed the commitment to prosecute those involved in arms fabrication and drug distribution.
