The Oyo State Police Command has debunked as false and misleading reports claiming the arrest of a pastor for allegedly supplying arms and ammunition to kidnappers involved in the Orire abduction of students and teachers.
The Command stated that no such arrest has been made by the police or any security agency involved in the ongoing operation.
In a statement, the police described the publication as a deliberate attempt to distract operatives and undermine public confidence in the rescue efforts.
The Command warned against the spread of misinformation and urged the public to rely only on official updates from verified channels.
Search and rescue operations to secure the safe return of the abducted victims remain ongoing.