The Kebbi State Police Command has dismissed reports trending on social media alleging that Christian children rescued from kidnappers were taken to a Muslim orphanage in Birnin Kebbi
In a statement issued on Saturday, the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Nafiu Abubakar, described the claims as “fake, mischievous, and baseless.” He explained that the allegations stemmed from a social media post by an unnamed corps member, who claimed to have met a four-year-old Igbo Christian boy named Uzochukwu in the orphanage. The viral post alleged that the boy recounted being kidnapped, resold, and later rescued by police, who allegedly placed him and other Christian children in the facility.
According to Mediaplusng.com, the Command categorically rejected the story, stressing that it was nothing but “a calculated attempt to tarnish the good image of the Command and undermine the integrity and professionalism of its officers.”
CSP Abubakar reaffirmed that the Kebbi State Police remain committed to fighting crime and upholding justice for all communities, regardless of religion or ethnicity. He further warned against the circulation of fake news, noting its potential danger to public trust and societal peace.
The Command assured residents that it will continue working with credible media platforms such as Mediaplusng.com to ensure accurate reporting on law enforcement activities in the state. Citizens were also urged to disregard the false claims and remain vigilant against misinformation.
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