Police Debunk Viral Video Linked to Abducted Oyo School Pupils, Teachers
Force says circulated footage is outdated and not connected to recent kidnapping incident, warns against spread of misinformation.
The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed a viral video circulating on social media and falsely linked to the abduction of school pupils and teachers in Oyo State. The police said the clip is unrelated to the incident and warned against misinformation that could hinder ongoing rescue operations.
The Nigeria Police Force has disowned a viral video circulating on social media, clarifying that it is not connected to the recent abduction of school children and teachers in Oyo State.
In a statement shared via its official X handle on Friday, the Force said the footage being widely shared is outdated and does not originate from Nigeria, contrary to claims linking it to the incident.
According to the police, the video is being falsely used to mislead the public and create unnecessary panic over the ongoing kidnapping case.
The Force warned Nigerians against spreading unverified content, noting that such actions could distort public perception and interfere with ongoing security operations.
It further stressed that security agencies have intensified efforts to rescue the abducted victims, with additional personnel and intelligence resources deployed to support the operation.
While operational details were not disclosed, the police assured the public that all necessary measures are being taken to ensure the safe return of the kidnapped pupils and teachers.
The statement reaffirmed the commitment of security agencies to combat misinformation and maintain public confidence during sensitive rescue operations.
