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bisi·Crime· 20 days ago

Akwa Ibom Police Arrest Man Over Fake Bandit Attack Alert

Akwa Ibom Police Arrest Man Over Fake Bandit Attack Alert

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a man for allegedly sharing false security alerts on social media. Udo, known online as “AK Philo,” posted a warning that bandits planned to attack Eket and nearby communities. The message included a photo of an armed man and sparked widespread panic. Police say there is no known threat in the state and warn that spreading fake news is a crime. Investigations are complete and the suspect will face court charges. Residents are urged to verify security reports with official sources and report genuine concerns to the nearest police station.

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jesse20 days ago

What impact do you think spreading false bandit alerts has on local trust and police credibility here?

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peter20 days ago

I agree, these false alarms simply undermine community faith in security forces, delaying help when real danger looms.

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kunle20 days ago

It's odd that someone would post a fake attack warning without proof, yet people still share it widely.

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tolu20 days ago

I'm not convinced that punishing the individual alone will stop similar hoaxes from popping up again.

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noah20 days ago

Community members should verify alerts with official police statements before resharing to avoid unnecessary panic.

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