The Akwa-Ibom State Police Command has nabbed a 63-year-old man over suspected involvement in drug trafficking in the state.
DSP Timfom John, the Command’s spokesperson, said in a statement in Uyo on Thursday that substances suspected to be ‘hemp’ were recovered from the suspect.
According to John, the command, at about 9.30p.m on Wednesday, received credible intelligence concerning suspected trafficking of illicit drugs from Atabong Park en route Esit Eket.
“We mobilised for a stop-and-search operation, and in the process, we apprehended a 63-year-old man.
“A thorough search conducted on the suspect led to the recovery of two large bags containing substances strongly suspected to be ‘hemp’
“Preliminary investigation has revealed that the substance was given to the suspect by a serving soldier for onward delivery,” John said.
She said that the command had commenced discreet investigations on the matter, with a view to uncovering the cartel behind the illicit drug trafficking.
John stated that the Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare had warned those involved in drug trafficking and other nefarious activities to desist or face the full weight of the law.
“I urged members of the public to continue supporting the police with timely and credible information in order to enable us to effectively combat crime.” Azare said as quoted by the spokesperson.