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The Oyo State Police Command has dismissed reports claiming that the students and teachers abducted during attacks on schools in Oriire Local Government Area of the state have been rescued.
The command’s spokesperson, Ayanlade Olayinka, made this clarification in a statement issued on Friday in Ibadan.
According to the police, security agencies are still carrying out operations to secure the release of the victims and arrest those behind the attacks.
The command urged residents to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information, warning that false reports could create panic and disrupt ongoing rescue efforts.
The command noted that misinformation places additional pressure on security resources already deployed for the operation.
“The Oyo State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that the abducted students, pupils, and teachers in Orire Local Government Area are yet to be released, as intensive efforts by security agencies continue to ensure their safe rescue and the arrest of those responsible for the criminal act.
“The Command hereby debunks the rumour currently circulating that the victims have been rescued,” the statement read.
“Members of the public are urged to remain calm, support the ongoing efforts of the joint security team, and verify every piece of information before sharing it.
“The spread of fake news and misinformation only creates unnecessary panic, heightens tension, and diverts limited security resources that are critically needed for the ongoing operations.
“The Command assures the good people of Oyo State that updates and verified facts will be communicated as developments unfold.
“Individuals seeking clarification or authentic information are advised to contact the Police Public Relations Officer or the Command’s control room through the numbers provided below,”it added.
Earlier, Abayomi Fagbenro, security adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde, also said that the abducted students and teachers had not been released as of Thursday morning.
