Police Debunk Claims Of Herdsmen Attack In Rivers

The Rivers State Police Command has described a viral video on social media claiming that suspected Fulani herdsmen attacked the state and were repelled by Ijaw youths as false.

Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, Grace Iringe-Koko, in a statement in Port Harcourt, described the reports as entirely false, misleading, and designed to incite panic among the public.

Iringe-Koko said there had not been any incidents or reports of Fulani herdsmen attacks in any part of Rivers State.

“The attention of the Rivers State Police Command has been drawn to a viral video circulating on social media, falsely claiming Fulani herdsmen attack in Rivers State and were repelled by Ijaw youths.

“The Police Command wishes to state unequivocally that these claims and reports are entirely false, misleading, and designed to incite panic among the public,” Iringe-Koko said.

The PPRO emphasised that there have been no incidents or reports of Fulani herdsmen attacks in any part of Rivers State. This fabricated narrative is a deliberate attempt by mischief makers to undermine the prevailing peace and stability in the State.

Police urged the public to disregard the misinformation and exercise restraint in sharing unverified content that could spark unnecessary tension or damage the State’s reputation.

Iringe-Koko added that the Command is working in synergy with other security agencies, remains committed to protecting lives and property, preventing crime, and maintaining peace and order across Rivers State.

“Robust security measures are in place, including operational patrol teams, surveillance units, and tactical squads,” the PPRO said.

The statement assured that the Command was dedicated to transparent and accountable policing.

It also called on the public to remain calm, vigilant, and always verify information through official channels before sharing.