Fears over infiltration of 400 Boko Haram in Abia allayed
The Abia State Command of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has allayed feas of infiltration of over 400 Boko Haram members in the state. The command debunked the arrest of
- From Sunny Nwankwo, Umuahia
The Abia State Command of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has allayed feas of infiltration of over 400 Boko Haram members in the state.
The command debunked the arrest of the said Boko Haram members, and warned that it would not hesitate prosecuting anyone or group of persons spreading fake news with the intent to cause fear and unrest in the state.
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The Nation learnt that there had been rumours making the rounds that some suspected Boko Haram members had entered the state within the week, raising tension among residents going by a recent kidnapping incident attributed to be spearheaded by the Boko Haram insurgents.
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In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, Maureen Chinaka said the information was false, misleading and intended to incite fear/unrest, as the video in question is an old broadcast of over 11 years ago and does not reflect the current security situation in Abia.
The command said it remains committed to its duty of protecting lives and property and sustaining the relative peace enjoyed in the state.
‘’Residents are advised to go about their lawful activities without fear.
“The Commissioner of Police, Abia State Command, Danladi Isa, warns against the dissemination of false information intended to cause fear or civil unrest,’’ she added.
