The Police Command in Kano State has as described false, information circulating on social media which claims an attack on an 18-seater bus carrying passengers in Kano.
The denial of the report is contained in a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, in Kano on Saturday.
Declaring the report as entirely false and misleading, the command urged the public to disregard the fake news and refrain from spreading unverified information that can cause harm, panic and unrest in the society.
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The statement reads in part: “The police command reaffirms its commitment to maintaining law and order, ensuring the safety and security of all residents, and promoting harmony among diverse communities.
“An investigation is currently underway to uncover the source of this fake news, and those responsible will face consequences for their actions.
“The command urges the public to disregard this fake news and refrain from spreading unverified information that can cause harm, panic and unrest in the society.”
