The Federal Capital Territory Police Command on Thursday, dismissed online reports suggesting an imminent security threat in Kuje Area Council, as the Command insists that the publication was deliberately crafted to incite fear.
The report, which circulated across several online platforms, alleged an unusual presence of security personnel around Wowo Garage in Chibiri, Shadadi Village, Shetuko Village, Kango Village and Passali. But after reviewing the claims, the Command declared the alerts entirely baseless.
A statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer of the FCT, SP Josephine Adeh, maintained that, “these publications are false, misleading, and originate from mischief makers seeking to spread fear and panic within the community for their mischievous purposes.”
The Command explained that the presence of security personnel in the area was part of routine and strengthened patrols designed to keep residents safe, not an indicator of any threat.
“While robust deployments and routine patrols are ongoing within the area as a proactive measure to ensure public safety, they should not be misunderstood as indicators of possible threats.”
It added that the FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, has further reinforced deployment “to forestall any possible security breach and to further reassure residents of their safety, and the Command’s commitment to the protection of lives and property across the Federal Capital Territory.”
The police therefore urged residents to stay vigilant and report suspicious activity via 08032003913 or 08061581938, rather than rely on unverified online alarm.
