The Oyo State Police Command has dismissed as false reports circulating on social media that victims abducted at Igbope in Oorelope LGA had been rescued.
DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, Police Public Relations Officer, said the claim, contained in a viral video and online posts, was unfounded and capable of creating confusion while efforts to secure the release of the victims were ongoing.
The victims, Mrs Kuburat Omowumi and her son, were abducted on June 16, 2026.
Ayanlade said the command had intensified intelligence-led and operational efforts in collaboration with other security agencies and stakeholders to secure the safe rescue of the victims and apprehend those behind the abduction.
He stated that dissemination of unverified information at such a sensitive period could generate false narratives, create unnecessary panic and undermine ongoing rescue operations.
The command appealed to residents and members of the public with credible information on the incident to assist security agencies. It also urged citizens to rely on official channels for updates and verify information before sharing it on social media.
The Chairman of Oorelope Local Council refuted the rescue claims, insisting that the victims remained in captivity.
Oyo Police Dismiss Reports On Rescue Of Abducted Igbope Victims As False
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