The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has dismissed reports alleging an assassination attempt on Lt. Ahmed Yerima, a naval officer who recently clashed with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.
The post that went viral claimed that the officer was trailed by unidentified men in two unmarked Hilux vans along the Line Expressway to Gado Nasco Way.
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Reacting, the FCT Police, through spokesperson Josephine Adeh, stated that there was no such incident in Abuja.
“The Command wishes to categorically state that no such incident has been reported or recorded anywhere within the Federal Capital Territory.
“The public is advised to disregard this false information and desist from spreading unverified claims capable of causing unnecessary panic,” she said.
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The police further urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the nearest police division.
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