The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has launched a manhunt for the suspected killers of a woman identified as Unwana Okon, who was murdered in Oruk Anam Local Government Area of the state.
Okon, a resident of Ndot Village, was reportedly lured to neighbouring Mbiaikot Village after an unidentified person contacted her under the pretext of wanting to buy Afang leaves from her.
According to the police, the incident was reported at about 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 1, 2026, by the victim’s brother, identified as Eno.
The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, said the victim accepted the invitation and travelled to Mbiaikot Village but was later found dead. Her mobile phone and an undisclosed amount of money were reportedly taken by her attackers. <Cite refs={["turn565813search3","turn565813search4"]}/>
Following the report, the Commissioner of Police in the state, Baba Azare, ordered a comprehensive investigation into the killing.
The commissioner also directed that the case be transferred from the Divisional Police Headquarters to the Command’s Violence Crime Response Unit for a specialised and coordinated investigation aimed at identifying, arresting and prosecuting those responsible.
The police condemned the killing and assured residents that all available operational and investigative resources would be deployed to track down the perpetrators.
The command also urged residents of Oruk Anam and neighbouring communities to remain vigilant and report suspicious movements or any information that could assist the ongoing investigation.
Anyone with credible information about the incident has been encouraged to contact the nearest police station or the Akwa Ibom State Police Command through its established communication channels. <Cite refs={["turn565813search3","turn565813search4"]}/>