Police Recover Explosives at Akwa Ibom Custodial Centre

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command announced the recovery of explosives at the Ikot Ekpen Custodial Centre following a coordinated security operation. DSP Timfom John disclosed that the operation, which took place on Monday in Uyo, was initiated after credible intelligence indicated the presence of suspicious items around the facility.

Commissioner of Police Baba Azar ordered the deployment of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit from Bompol Base 38 in Uyo, alongside a tactical team to secure the area. During the search, police recovered two 90mm high explosive rounds, a pair of pincers, a flat screwdriver, two pieces of 12mm iron chisels, and a 6cm conduit iron pipe.

The EOD team safely neutralized the explosives, averting a potential tragedy and preventing possible loss of life and destruction of critical infrastructure. The police command has reinforced security around the facility and increased surveillance, urging the public to report any suspicious activities.