Police Arrest Illegal Drugs Dealer During Raid In Akwa Ibom

Monday September 22, 2025
By TheNewsDESK |

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested one suspect for dealing with illegal substance in Uyo Local Government Area of the State.

The Command’s Public Relations Office, PPRO, DSP Timfon John made this known in a Press Release issued on September 21, 2025 in Uyo.

According to the Release, “In the early hours of Sunday, September 21, 2025, operatives from the Akwa Ibom State Police Command successfully raided a criminal hideout in Ikot Oku Ikono, Uyo. Acting on an intelligence, Operatives moved to the location at approximately 1:00AM, leading to the arrest of one individual.

“The suspect, identified as Kabiru Isa, a resident of Udi Street, Uyo, was apprehended at the scene while other suspects managed to evade capture. A search of the premises yielded a significant quantity of illegal substances.

“Among the recovered exhibits were:
* Five sizeable bundles of substances suspected to be cannabis
* substances suspected to be Tramadol capsules

“Mr. Isa is currently in police custody and is undergoing investigation. The recovered exhibits have been forwarded to the appropriate authorities for further action.

“The Akwa Ibom State Police Command remains committed to its mission of combating crime and ensuring the safety and security of all residents. The public is encouraged to continue providing valuable information to aid in these efforts,” the Command’s PPRO concluded.