Police foil bomb attempt at custodial centre in Akwa Ibom 

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have prevented what could have been a major security breach at a correctional facility in Ikot Ekpene Correctional Centre

Timfon John, a Deputy Superintendent of Police and Public Relations Officer, PPRO, who disclosed this in a Press Release issued in Uyo on Monday, said “Officers recovered high explosive devices near the Ikot Ekpene custodial centre, prompting an emergency response.

“Acting on intelligence from correctional authorities, Mohamed Azare, the Commissioner of Police, deployed a specialist bomb disposal unit, alongside tactical teams to secure the area.

“A search operation uncovered two 90- millimetre high explosive rounds, a burning fuse, and a number of tools believed to be linked to the devices.”

She said the explosives were safely defused at the scene, preventing what they describe as a potentially deadly incident.

Security has been stepped up around the facility, with increased patrols and surveillance.

Authorities have launched an investigation to determine how the explosives got there and who may be responsible.

The police say no casualties were recorded and have urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity.

Though Police insist the situation is under control, but the discovery is likely to raise fresh concerns about the security of correctional facilities in the country.