The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested three persons for alleged involvement in violent and disorderly conduct involving impersonation activities in Etinan Local Government Area of the state.
According to the police, the arrests followed a distress call received from an anonymous source at about 4:45 pm on Friday, January 23, 2026, reporting a serious breach of public peace by impersonators in Mbioto II village, Etinan LGA.
Spokesman of the command, DSP Timphon John, in a statement on Saturday revealed that operatives were immediately deployed to the area, leading to the arrest of two suspected impersonators and their leader.
The suspects were identified as Kenneth Bassey, 31; Ofonime Isaac, 25; and Paul Samuel Bassey, 21.
John said the suspects have been detained and are currently assisting the police in their ongoing investigation.
Reacting to the development, the Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, commended the prompt response of the authorities and reiterated the command's commitment to maintaining peace and public order in Akwa Ibom State.
Affirming respect for the state's cultural heritage and traditional practices, the Police Commissioner warned that any activity carried out under cultural guise that results in violence, intimidation or threat to public safety will be dealt with in accordance with the law.
The police assured residents of Etinan and other communities in the state of sustained efforts to ensure security of lives and property.
