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…

Edo State Police Command neutralises a suspected kidnapper and arrests an accomplice linked to a recent abduction in Benin City. Investigations ongoing.

Kogi State Police Command dismisses false social media reports of passenger kidnapping on Kabba-Okene Road, clarifying no abduction occurred.