December 12, (THEWILL) – The operational headquarters of an illegal group; Ibom Youth Council, located at Ikot Isighe, Mkpat Enin Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, has been demolished by the operatives of the Nigeria Police, Akwa Ibom State Command.
According to a press release from the Command, endorsed by the Police Public Relations Officer, ADP Timfon John, the operation followed the order of the State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno Ph.D and his directive to security agencies to immediately end the nefarious activities of the group.
The release stated that a joint security team, acting on credible intelligence, visited the building serving as the operational headquarters of the illegal group at Ikot Isighe, Mkpat Enin Local Government Area.
On arrival at the location, the criminal members of the group fled in different directions but luck ran out of three of them as they were arrested even as their headquarters was totally demolished.
Available evidence according to the police release, shows that the group had not only begun procuring arms but had also commenced military training, attacks on security formations, and infractions on private property.
Confession of those arrested revealed that their plan was to launch a full-scale disruption of law and order in the closing days of 2024 and sustain the unrest into the new year.
“The security apparatus, with the full backing of the state government, is determined to use all legal means to maintain Akwa Ibom’s hard-earned status as the most peaceful state in the country.
“To this end, citizens are advised to remain vigilant and share information about persons or groups engaging in activities capable of disturbing public peace.
“Landlords are warned to be cautious before leasing their properties to individuals or organisations as any property used in commission of crimes, especially acts of subversion against the state, will be demolished, and the owners will be treated as accomplices”, the release warned.
The Command, however, assured citizens and residents of Akwa Ibom State are of their safety during the yuletide season and beyond, as security personnel are working tirelessly to ensure the protection of lives and property.
