Akwa Ibom police arrest man for producing fake alcoholic beverages

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested 40-year-old Ubong Ntiense for the alleged production and distribution of adulterated alcoholic beverages. The arrest occurred on September 26, 2026, during a stop-and-search operation along Aba Road in Ikot Ekpene.

Police recovered five cartons of suspected fake dry gin labeled ‘Pointers Special Dry Gin’, totaling 120 bottles. Following the suspect's alleged confession, authorities executed a search warrant at his residence, where they recovered materials and substances used in the production of the counterfeit drinks.

DSP Timfon John, the command's spokesperson, stated that the police have intensified crackdowns on the circulation of counterfeit alcohol across the state. The investigation is being conducted under the direction of Commissioner of Police CP Baba Azare.