The Akwa Ibom State Police Command said, it has secured 23 convictions for various criminal offences between January and July 2025, signaling a remarkable progress in the fight against criminal elements across the state.

The convictions, according to a release by the Command’s Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, DSP Timfon John ranges from a minimum of two weeks to three years imprisonment for offences such as stealing, assault, burglary, felony, and escape from lawful custody.

She noted, “these outcomes reflect the Command’s intensified efforts in crime prevention, professional investigation, and effective prosecution.

“All legal proceedings followed due process. Arrests, investigations, and trials were executed in line with constitutional provisions and best practices in law enforcement”.

DSP John further said, the positive results of the Command’s approach are being felt across towns and communities including Uyo, Ikot Ekpene, Oron, and Eket, where residents have reported a significant decline in burglary, theft, and violent crimes.

She added that, because of this public sentiment reflects a growing sense of security and confidence in the Police Force.

“Since assuming office in late 2024, CP Baba Mohammed Azare has introduced several reforms, including; enhanced community policing, rapid response mechanisms, professional retraining of personnel and direct supervision of field operations”, she said.

Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Mohammed Azare commended the officers and men of the Command for their hard work and dedication to duty, promising that, all outstanding performances will be adequately rewarded.

While appreciating the efforts and support of the judiciary and the Ministry of Justice, Mr. Azare assured the public of his commitment to sustaining progress through intelligence-driven policing, increased patrols, and public enlightenment campaigns.