Police, govt debunk rumours of kidnapping in Ondo

The Ondo State Government and the state Police Command have jointly refuted circulating social media rumors alleging a kidnapping incident within a school in Akure. Officials described the reports as entirely false, emphasizing that no such incident has occurred in any primary, secondary, or tertiary institution in the state capital.

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The Government categorically states that there is no record, report, or incident of kidnapping in any primary, secondary, or tertiary institution in Akure. All schools in the state capital are safe, open, and conducting academic activities without disruption.

In a statement, the government assured the public that all schools in Akure remain safe, open, and are conducting academic activities without any disruption. Security agencies, including the police, Amotekun Corps, and the Department of State Services (DSS), have reportedly verified school environments and confirmed a state of normalcy. The government highlighted its collaboration with school authorities and parents to maintain strict security protocols.

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Security agencies, including the Police, Amotekun Corps, and DSS, have verified all school environments in Akure and confirmed normalcy.

Both the government and the police command urged residents, particularly parents and guardians, to disregard the false information and refrain from sharing unverified details that could incite panic and anxiety. The police spokesperson stated that there is no credible intelligence or reported incident indicating the presence of bandits in Akure. The Commissioner of Police encouraged residents to remain calm and continue with normal academic activities, assuring them of the command's commitment to their safety.

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We urge members of the public, especially parents and guardians, to disregard the fake news and refrain from sharing unverified information that is capable of causing panic and anxiety.