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The Imo State Police Command, on Monday, warned the public against the spread of mischief, misinformation, and fake news and that any individuals found guilty of false information will be prosecuted.
The police reacting to a recent viral video showing vehicles set ablaze by some people who have links with IPOB/ESN enforcing an unlawful sit-at-home order in Okigwe also said the incident depicted actually occurred in 2022.
The command in a release signed by its spokesman, Henry Okoye, said, “The Command confirmed that this video is misleading; the incident depicted actually occurred in 2022.
‘’Its recirculation is a calculated attempt by mischief makers to instill unnecessary fear and anxiety in the state.
“The Command therefore, warned against the spread of mischief, misinformation, and fake news, emphasizing that such actions are harmful and punishable by law and any individuals found guilty of false information will be prosecuted.”
The Commissioner of Police Imo State Command, Aboki Danjuma urged the good people of Imo State, particularly the residents of Okigwe to remain calm and continue their lawful activities without fear as the Command, in collaboration with other security agencies, is committed to combating misinformation and ensuring a safe environment for all and sundry in the State.
The viral video caused panic and tension in the state as residents observed the two-day sit-at-home warning issued by IPOB in the five states of the southeast of Nigeria.
However, PUNCH Metro gathered that there was no incident of death recorded at the time of filing the report.
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