Press release:AKWA IBOM STATE POLICE COMMAND

PRESS RELEASE

POLICE ISSUE STERN WARNING AGAINST THREATS OF LAWLESS PROTESTS OVER PENDING COURT MATTER

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has taken serious note of reports and public statements attributed to certain individuals and groups threatening actions capable of undermining public peace and order in the State over the arrest and prosecution of One Princess God’sown Udoito.

The Command states clearly that the matter in question is already before a court of competent jurisdiction, and any attempt to influence, intimidate, or disrupt the judicial process through threats, protests, or unlawful conduct is unacceptable and contrary to law.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, mnipr, fsi, reiterates that the Nigeria Police Force operates strictly within the confines of the law, and that arrests and prosecutions are carried out following due investigation and in accordance with extant legal provisions.

While the Police recognise the constitutional rights of citizens to lawful expression and peaceful assembly, the Command warns sternly that it will not tolerate the following acts:

• Threats or acts of nude protests;

• Unlawful occupation of public or private facilities;

• Disruption of government, economic, or social activities;

• Any conduct capable of breaching public peace, safety, or morality.

Any individual or group that engages in or attempts such acts will be promptly arrested and prosecuted in line with the law.

The Command further advises all aggrieved persons and groups to seek redress through legal and civil means and to allow the courts to determine the matter, rather than resorting to actions capable of escalating tension in the State.

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command remains committed to the maintenance of law and order and the protection of lives and property. Members of the public are therefore urged to remain calm, law-abiding, and to refrain from any act capable of disturbing the peace currently enjoyed in Akwa Ibom State.

Signed:

CP Baba Mohammed Azare, mnipr, fsi

Commissioner of Police

Akwa Ibom State Command

18/01/2026