The Edo State Police Command has debunked reports alleging that bandits and kidnappers abducted schoolchildren in several communities across the state, describing the claims as false, misleading and capable of causing unnecessary panic among residents. The Command also announced the arrest of the individual responsible for originating and circulating the alarm, identified as Ernest Ugbomoiko, a 42-year-old resident of Afuze Community.

Governor Okpebholo assures Edo residents that kidnappers responsible for the recent abduction will be arrested, with police investigations underway.

The Edo State Police Command has debunked reports alleging that bandits and kidnappers abducted schoolchildren in several communities across the state, describing the claims as…