BREAKING NEWS: Youths of Ikot Ansa Nab Vandals Destroying Public Utilities, Hand Over to Authorities for Prosecution
In a combined effort to curb the rampant vandalism of public utilities in Cross River State, the youth leader of Ikot Ansa, Prince, Victor Otu Iso JR, alongside his community, successfully apprehended criminals involved in the destruction of vital public infrastructure. The vandals were caught red-handed this morning, 13th day of September 2024, as they attempted to steal Amor cables belonging to state transformers at Ekpo Iso.
Acting swiftly, the youth leader invited the Special Adviser on Public Utilities, Engr. Dr. Jerome Egbe KSM, and his counterpart on General Duties, Barr. Ekpenyong Akiba, to the scene. The Special Advisers arrived promptly, accompanied by operatives of the Nigerian Police Force from the Federal Division, and took custody of the criminals. The suspects have since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for further interrogation and prosecution.
While addressing the youths of Ikot Ansa, Engr. Dr. Egbe and Barr. Akiba commended their vigilance and patriotism, praising their swift action in apprehending the vandals. They urged other communities to emulate this proactive stance, which aligns with the ongoing efforts of Governor Sweet Sen. Bassey Edet Otu’s administration to engage youths in governance and protect state infrastructure.
The Special Advisers reassured the Ikot Ansa community of the government’s continued interventions in enhancing public utilities, emphasizing the importance of collaboration to eliminate vandalism across Cross River State.
Armoured cable, not amor.
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