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Ogun State Government Dismisses Terrorist Invasion Rumors, Assures Safety
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Ogun State Government Dismisses Terrorist Invasion Rumors, Assures Safety

From Vanguard · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • The Ogun State government has officially dismissed rumors of an impending terrorist invasion.
  • Reports circulating on social media alleged that Fulani herdsmen, Boko Haram insurgents, and other terrorist groups were planning to attack the state.
  • Authorities have assured residents that the state is safe and the rumors are false and unfounded.

The Ogun State government has firmly refuted circulating rumors alleging an imminent invasion by terrorist groups, including Fulani herdsmen and Boko Haram insurgents. The government has assured residents that the state remains secure.

These reports, which gained traction on social media platforms and other online channels, falsely claimed that various terrorist factions were planning to infiltrate Ogun State. The government has characterized these claims as baseless and unfounded.

In a statement issued by Hon. James Ogunnaike, the Special Adviser on Media and Strategy to Governor Dapo Abiodun, the administration sought to quell public anxiety. The statement explicitly dismissed the invasion rumors as untrue and emphasized the government's commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents within the state.

The government's swift response aims to prevent the spread of misinformation and maintain public confidence in the state's security apparatus. Residents are urged to rely on official government communications for accurate information regarding security matters.

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Originally published by Vanguard in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.