The Oyo State Police Command has debunked what it described as a false report of the release of abducted pupils, teachers, and students in Oriire Local Government Area of the state.
The Command stated unequivocally that the claim is false, misleading, and entirely unsubstantiated, noting that there has been no such development.
The spokesperson for the Command, Ayanlade Olayinka, said in a statement that the Command urged members of the public to disregard the report in its entirety.
The statement reads in part: “The Oyo State Police Command wishes to categorically debunk the viral messages currently circulating across various social media platforms alleging that the pupils and teachers abducted from Ahoro Esiele and Yawota Communities in Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State have been released by their abductors.
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“The Command states unequivocally that the claim is false, misleading, and entirely unsubstantiated. As of the time of this release, there has been no such development, and members of the public are advised to disregard the report in its entirety.
“The Command wishes to reassure the good people of Oyo State and the families of the victims that intensive and coordinated rescue operations remain ongoing.
“Security operatives are working tirelessly, deploying all available human and operational resources to ensure the safe rescue of the abducted pupils and teachers, their unharmed reunification with their families, and the apprehension and prosecution of all those responsible for the heinous act.”
While appreciating the concern and interest of members of the public regarding the incident, the Command strongly cautioned individuals and groups against the dissemination of false information, unverified reports, and sensational narratives capable of causing unnecessary panic, heightening public anxiety, undermining ongoing security operations, and threatening public peace and order.
“The Oyo State Police Command therefore urges residents to rely solely on information released through official channels of the Nigeria Police Force and other authorised government agencies.
“Citizens are encouraged to remain calm, vigilant, and supportive of ongoing security efforts while refraining from sharing unverified information on social media and other communication platforms,” Ayanlade said.
Ayanlade assured that the Command remains committed to ensuring the safe return of the victims and will continue to provide timely and accurate updates as developments unfold.
