Police nab two suspected arms suppliers in Ikot Ekpene
Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested two suspected arms suppliers and recovered a locally made revolver pistol in Ikot Ekpene as part of ongoing efforts to dismantle criminal networks and curb illegal arms proliferation in the state.
The suspects, identified as Udeme Udo, 52, and Nkereuwem Udo, 40, were arrested on 8 May 2026 at about 4:25 am following credible intelligence.
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Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested two suspected arms suppliers and recovered a locally made revolver pistol in Ikot Ekpene as part of ongoing efforts to dismantle criminal networks and curb illegal arms proliferation in the state.
The suspects, identified as Udeme Udo, 52, and Nkereuwem Udo, 40, were arrested on 8 May 2026 at about 4:25 am following credible intelligence.
Both men, who are natives of Ikot Abia Idem Village in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, are believed to be members of a criminal network allegedly involved in supplying arms and ammunition to criminals operating within Ikot Ekpene and surrounding areas.
Police said a thorough search conducted on the suspects led to the recovery of one locally-made revolver pistol.
The Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, Baba Mohammed Azare, reaffirmed the command’s resolve to dismantle criminal syndicates and disrupt the illegal supply of firearms fuelling violent crimes across the state.
He warned individuals involved in the unlawful possession, trafficking and distribution of firearms to desist immediately or face the full weight of the law.
Azare also directed sustained intelligence-led operations, raids and surveillance across identified black spots and criminal flashpoints statewide.
The police said discreet investigations were ongoing to apprehend other members of the syndicate and ensure the diligent prosecution of all suspects linked to the illegal arms trade.
The command urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious movements and criminal activities to the nearest police formation.
