Sokoto Police Debunk Viral Photo, Call it Misinformation

The Sokoto State Police Command has moved swiftly to debunk a misleading narrative circulating on social media. A photograph, deliberately taken out of context, falsely suggested a Superintendent of Police was escorting a Hisbah commander. This is not only untrue but a calculated attempt to spread disinformation.

The Command has clarified that the individual in the Hisbah uniform was Governor Ahmed Aliyu, and the police officer seen was his Aide-de-Camp performing his official duties during the inauguration of the Sokoto State Hisbah Board in November 2024. The police are committed to maintaining law and order and will not tolerate the distortion of facts for malicious purposes.

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The original context of the image has been deliberately distorted to suit a false narrative.

This incident highlights the persistent challenge of combating fake news and misinformation, particularly on social media platforms. The Sokoto Police Command stands firm in its commitment to transparency and professionalism, urging the public to rely on verified information and disregard unsubstantiated claims.

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The allegation is incorrect and unsubstantiated.