Police arrest two for alleged arms supply in Akwa Ibom
Two suspected arms suppliers, Udeme Udo and Nkereuwem Udo, have been arrested by officers of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command. The suspects were apprehended on May 8, 2026, in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area after police received credible intelligence. A locally made revolver pistol was recovered from them during the operation. The police have reiterated their commitment to tackling illegal arms networks in the state.
What happened
- Udeme Udo, 52, and Nkereuwem Udo, 40, were arrested on May 8, 2026, at about 4:25pm in Ikot Ekpene.
- The arrest followed credible intelligence received by the police command.
- Preliminary investigations revealed the suspects are allegedly part of a criminal network supplying arms and ammunition to criminals in Ikot Ekpene and environs.
- Police recovered one locally made revolver pistol from the suspects during a search.
- Commissioner of Police Mohammed Baba Azare warned those involved in illegal arms activities to desist or face legal consequences, and ordered continued intelligence-driven operations in the state.
