Four Charged for Blocking Public Highway After Truck Accident in Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has charged four individuals to court for obstructing a public highway, following an incident on Monday, February 10, 2025.

According to a statement issued on Wednesday, the Command reiterated its stance against lawlessness and warned that it will not tolerate acts of obstruction on public roads.

The incident occurred around 9:00 PM when a truck driver, attached to Sterling Global Construction Company, recklessly hit a tricycle carrying passengers, causing injuries and damage.
In an attempt to stop the truck driver from fleeing, four other truck drivers mobilized and blocked the highway, bringing vehicular movement to a standstill.

Despite police efforts to de-escalate the situation, the truck drivers allegedly refused to cooperate, leading to their arrest and subsequent arraignment. The four trucks were impounded as part of the investigation.

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command, under CP Baba Mohammed Azare, has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining law and order in the state. It urged the public to comply with the law and avoid actions that could disrupt public peace.

The statement, signed by DSP Timfon John, LLB, Anipr, emphasized that offenders will face the full weight of the law while urging road users to conduct themselves responsibly.