The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has brought a six-count criminal case against a social media user, God’sown Monday Udoito, also known as Princess God’sown Udoito, before the Akwa Ibom State High Court in Uyo. The charges followed a petition dated January 10, 2026, which accused the defendant of making online posts that allegedly violated criminal and public order laws.
According to the police, investigations showed that the defendant used her Facebook account, which has a large following, to circulate posts and videos said to contain false information, defamatory claims, and threatening content. The police alleged that the posts accused the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, of selling ancestral land in Eket Local Government Area and misusing the proceeds.
The investigation also found that the online content allegedly included threats and references to spiritual harm, as well as materials capable of causing fear, panic, and unrest, especially in Eket and Esit Eket Local Government Areas. The police stated that such posts could disturb public peace and security if left unchecked.
Based on these findings, the defendant was charged with conspiracy to commit criminal defamation, criminal defamation, publication of defamatory material with intent to intimidate, conduct likely to cause a breach of public peace, threats capable of causing fear and disturbance, and publication of false information intended to cause alarm. The offences are said to be against the Criminal Code Law and the Internal Security and Enforcement Law of Akwa Ibom State.
The police noted that freedom of expression does not permit the spread of false information, threats, or actions that may disrupt public order. The Command advised social media users to verify information before sharing and to address grievances through lawful means.
After pleading not guilty to the charges, the defendant was ordered to be held in correctional custody. The police assured the public that the case would be handled according to due process while respecting the rights of all parties involved.
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