A Federal High Court in Calabar has ordered six suspects to be remanded. This action follows their alleged involvement in the kidnap and murder of a University of Calabar professor.
The suspects are Patrick Essien Etim, Etim Effiong Eyo, Anthony Essien Etim, Bassey Anthigha Asuquo, and Isaac Uwem Ekpeyong. Their aliases are PATO, IT-CAN-HAPPEN, HUMBLE, and Kemzy.
The court’s decision means the suspects will remain in custody while investigations continue. This case involves serious charges, including kidnapping and murder.
The judicial service has not released further details about the ongoing investigation. The incident has drawn attention due to the high profile of the victim.