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The Kwara Command of the Nigeria Police has refuted a report of relocation of bandits from Zamfara State to the Bani community in the Kaiama local government area of the State.
The Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Victor Olaiya refuted the report via a statement issued by the spokesperson of the Command, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi.
Olaiya said there was no intelligence or operational report to support the presence of armed bandits in Bani.
The statement reads “The attention of the Kwara State Police Command has been drawn to a report alleging that armed bandits fleeing military offensives in Zamfara State have relocated to Bani town in Kwara State.
“The Command wishes to categorically debunk this claim as false, and misleading, with the intent of mischief makers to cause unnecessary panic among residents in the state.
“There is no intelligence or operational report to support the presence of armed bandits in Bani. The Kwara police command, in collaboration with other security agencies, remains vigilant and has intensified surveillance across the state to prevent any security breach.”
The Police boss further assured residents that Kwara remained safe and that the police were fully prepared to respond to any security threats.
He urged the public to disregard such unverified reports and avoid spreading misinformation.
“For credible security information, residents should reach out to the Kwara State Police Command through its official channels:
“For emergencies, call the Kwara control room numbers: 07032069501 or 08125275046,” he said.
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