Police nab 38-year-old for illegal firearm possession, threats

Etim Ekpimah

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a 38-year-old man, Blessing Ime Abel, of Ikot Akpa Ntuen Village in Ukanafun Local Government Area, for alleged unlawful possession of a firearm, threat to life, and possession of suspected illicit substances.

The arrest followed a complaint lodged by a male resident, identified as Emekpo, who reported a case of threatening violence.

Acting swiftly on the report, police operatives were deployed to the area and apprehended the suspect. A search conducted during the arrest led to the recovery of one locally made pistol, one live cartridge, and substances suspected to be illicit drugs.

The suspect is currently in police custody as investigations continue to determine the source of the firearm and the full extent of his alleged criminal activities. He will be charged in court upon the conclusion of investigations.

The Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, reiterated the command’s zero tolerance for crimes involving firearms and threats to public safety, assuring residents of its unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property across the state.

Members of the public are urged to continue supporting the police with timely and credible information to aid crime prevention and detection.

This was made available by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police on Tuesday, 27 January 2026.