Lagos Police Dismiss Viral Arms Arrest Video, Warn Against Misinformation

The Lagos State Police Command has issued a statement to debunk a widely circulated video allegedly showing the arrest of Fulani men with arms and ammunition in Ikorodu. Police spokesperson SP Abimbola Adebisi clarified that the footage is an old clip from an incident that occurred more than three years ago.

The command emphasized that the video does not reflect the current security situation in Ikorodu or any part of Lagos State. Presenting the outdated footage as a recent event is misleading and could incite fear and apprehension among the public. Police urged residents to disregard the video and refrain from sharing unverified information that could undermine public confidence and peace.

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The video currently circulating on social media platforms depicting the arrest of some Fulani men allegedly found in possession of arms and ammunition in Ikorodu, Lagos State, is an old clip of an incident that occurred over three years ago and does not reflect the current security situation in Ikorodu or any part of Lagos State.

Furthermore, the police warned social media users and content creators against disseminating false, unverified, and alarmist reports. Individuals found deliberately spreading misinformation or fake news will face investigation and prosecution according to existing laws. The Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani Fatai, has ordered sustained deployment of police personnel and operational assets to identified black spots, strategic locations, and entry/exit points across the state. This measure, in collaboration with other security agencies, aims to ensure the continued safety and security of all residents and visitors in Lagos.

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Individuals found deliberately spreading misinformation or fake news will be investigated and prosecuted in accordance with extant laws.