Akwa Ibom: Police nab 178 suspects, recover 69

In early 2024, the Akwa Ibom State Police Command announced that it had arrested 178 individuals suspected of involvement in various crimes—including armed robbery, cult activities and fraud—and seized 69 items such as firearms, ammunition, illegal drugs, and stolen property during the operation. The crackdown was part of a broader effort to curb insecurity and criminal networks in the state. Views Nigeria