The Kwara State Police Command has debunked reports circulating on social media claiming that a female police officer serving in the state was kidnapped and murdered, describing the claims as entirely false and distressing to the public.
This was contained in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, over the weekend in Ilorin.
“The Kwara Police Command wishes to state unequivocally that this report is not only false but also misleading, with the intent to cause panic in the state. Members of the public are hereby advised to disregard this false and misleading information, as there is no report of any female police officer missing or abducted in any division in the state.
“There is no Ogidi Police Division in Kwara State. The spread of such misinformation is not only harmful to reputations but also distressing to individuals and the people of Kwara State,” the statement added.
The Command further stated that it is working closely with other security agencies in the state to continue protecting lives and property, preventing crimes, and maintaining peace. It urged the public and media outlets to refrain from sharing unverified or sensational information that could cause unnecessary panic or damage the state’s reputation.
The statement also reaffirmed that under the leadership of CP Adekimi Ojo, PSC, the Command remains committed to transparency and will provide further updates as necessary.