{
  "id": 11304311,
  "title": "Eight in custody over public disturbance in A’Ibom",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/eight-in-custody-over-public-disturbance-in-aibom",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-01T23:26:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/eight-in-custody-over-public-disturbance-in-aibom/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested eight individuals in connection with a recent public disturbance, according to a statement released by the State Police Public Relations Officer, Timfon John. The command clarified that no gunfire occurred during the incident, and police officers acted professionally and with restraint while maintaining law and order. No gunshot injuries were reported or recorded. John emphasized that the eight arrested individuals were cooperating with the ongoing investigation, and any person found responsible would face legal consequences. The Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, directed police personnel across the state to remain vigilant and uphold peace and security while respecting citizens' rights. The command urged residents to stay calm, disregard rumors, and verify security-related information through official channels.",
  "summary": "The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested eight persons over alleged acts capable of causing a breach of public peace and defiance of lawful security directives during a recent public disturbance in the state. The command also dismissed reports that shots were fired during the incident, saying none of its personnel discharged firearms during Read More:…",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Eight in custody over public disturbance in A’Ibom",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/eight-in-custody-over-public-disturbance-in-aibom-11308401",
        "published": "2026-10-01T23:50:52.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}