A’Ibom Gov Threatens Demolition of Homes Harbouring Criminals!
Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has issued a stern warning that any residential property found to be sheltering criminals will be demolished, as part of renewed efforts to combat insecurity in the state.
The governor made the statement during a security meeting in Uyo on Friday, where he declared zero tolerance for individuals or communities aiding criminal elements.
“We will not hesitate to pull down any building proven to be a hideout for kidnappers, cultists, or robbers. The law must take its course,” Eno said.
Key Details:
- The governor instructed security agencies to intensify intelligence gathering and act decisively on verified threats.
- Residents have been urged to report suspicious activities or risk being treated as accomplices.
- This directive follows recent cult-related killings and abductions in parts of Uyo and Ikot Ekpene.
Why It Matters:
- Criminal hideouts in residential areas have been linked to rising violent crimes in the state.
- The policy is aimed at deterring complicity and encouraging community policing.
- It reflects a broader crackdown on urban insecurity in southern Nigeria.
What to Watch:
Implementation of the demolition threat and public reaction.
- Possible legal challenges over property rights and due process.
- Impact on security and real estate in urban and semi-urban zones.
Citations:
- The Punch – “Akwa Ibom Gov Vows to Demolish Criminal Hideouts” (Nov. 2025)
- Vanguard – “Umo Eno Declares War on Crime, Warns Landlords”
- Akwa Ibom State Government – Security Briefing Statement (Nov. 2025)
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