The Airport Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old man, George Ikpe, over the alleged theft of equipment valued at about N15 million from his former workplace, Vovida Communications Limited, an IT solutions company.
According to the statement issued by the Command, the suspect was apprehended on April 3, 2026, by operatives of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Police Division after what authorities described as careful intelligence gathering and investigation.
Police said preliminary findings showed that Ikpe allegedly gained unauthorised access to the company’s premises located along the Murtala Muhammed International Airport axis and carted away key equipment.
A review of the company’s CCTV footage was said to have captured the suspect’s movements, helping investigators confirm his identity.
Items reportedly stolen include two custom-made Vovida Central Processing Units (CPUs) valued at ₦10,357,000 and a high-end printer valued at ₦4,715,000, bringing the total value to approximately ₦15,072,000.
Further investigation led to the recovery of the stolen CPUs after the suspect provided useful information. However, the high-end printer had already been sold before his arrest.
The suspect reportedly told investigators that he carried out the act as revenge after his employment with the company was terminated.
“The suspect stated that he committed the crime as an act of revenge following the termination of his employment with the company,” the statement said.
Reacting to the development, the Commissioner of Police, Airport Police Command, CP Ogunbode Olufunke Mnips, PhD, said the Command remains firm in its resolve to tackle crime within the airport environment.
“The Command will not back down on ensuring criminal elements have no safe haven within the airport and its environs,” the statement added.
She added that the suspect would be charged to court after investigations are concluded.
The Commissioner also called on members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities promptly.
The Airport Police Command restated its commitment to protecting lives and property while maintaining a safe and secure airport environment.
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