Edo Police Hunt Blogger Over Fake Benin School Kidnap Alert

The Edo State Police Command has launched a manhunt for a blogger known as “Azawoman” after she posted a viral video claiming students from Green Park Academy in Benin City were abducted. Her report sparked widespread panic among parents and residents. Police quickly verified the school and confirmed no kidnapping took place. Authorities say the claim was baseless and meant to mislead the public. They warn that spreading fake security alerts disrupts genuine safety efforts and will be prosecuted under the law.

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