Police Arrest Five For False Abduction Claim
Five suspects were arrested by the Akwa Ibom State Police Command over the fabrication and circulation of a false kidnapping incident in Oron Local Government Area of the state.
The state Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare, disclosed this on Thursday while briefing newsmen during a security meeting with youth presidents and leaders across the 31 Local Government Areas.
He described the suspects’ actions as reckless, dangerous, and capable of inciting panic and undermining public peace.
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He said, “Five suspects who fabricated and circulated a false kidnapping incident involving students of Oron Secondary School have been arrested and were charged in court this morning. Their actions were reckless, dangerous and capable of inciting panic and undermining public confidence.”
The CP assured the community that the command would continue to take decisive action against anyone who spreads misinformation or attempts to destabilise the peace of the state.
He urged youth leaders to champion truth, promote responsible social media use, and counter false narratives that could disrupt public order.
While emphasising the need for stronger collaboration with Divisional Police Officers to ensure early detection of threats and swift resolution of emerging issues, Azare advised the youths to prioritise dialogue rather than confrontation in their engagements with contractors and investors in their communities.
He said, “I urge you to prioritise dialogue over confrontation, especially in engagements with investors, contractors, and development partners operating within your communities. Peaceful dialogue promotes development and fosters trust, while confrontational approaches undermine progress and tarnish community reputation.”
Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.
