Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has announced an indefinite ban on public appearances by masquerades across the state
The governor made the declaration at a state event yesterday, citing recent attacks on residents by suspected criminals disguised as masquerades in various areas.
“By my office as Governor of Akwa Ibom State, I’m issuing an order. Anyone caught will be arrested and tried. They have been using it to cause trouble in some local government areas,” he said.
He added, “I’m now, as Chief Security Officer of the state, directing the Commissioner of Police and other heads of security agencies to arrest and prosecute anyone caught. Let’s stop terrorising people. Let people have peace. All those I see when we’re driving, please let it be said it is hereby banned. No more.”
The rise in criminal activities by masquerade impersonators has been a growing concern for the State Police Command. Commissioner of Police Baba Azare confirmed that several suspects have already been arrested and are currently facing trial.
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