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By Amah<\/p>\n

Kindly share<\/p>\n

The Nigeria Police on Monday warned against misinformation, saying it would deal with purveyors of fake news.<\/span><\/p>\n

The warning came in a press release clarifying mischievous content with IGP’s picture circulating on Whatsapp and other social media platforms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe Nigeria Police Force wishes to inform the general public that a message currently circulating alongside a picture of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, on WhatsApp and other social media platforms, did not originate from the police,\u201d the statement issued on Monday by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer, read.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe message, which poses several questions and opinions about protests, does not essentially represent the ideals or views of the Nigeria Police Force. We urge everyone to disregard this message and other similar contents purportedly from the NPF as the Force makes all communications via its official channels.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe NPF is committed to maintaining peace and order throughout the country. We do not endorse any message that could incite division, violence, or destruction.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWe encourage all Nigerians to engage in peaceful and constructive activities that would contribute to the progress and unity of our dear country.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cAdditionally, the NPF expressly warns against the spread of misinformation, disinformation, and fake news, or mischievous recycled contents which are capable of causing a breakdown of law and order as such actions are criminal and\u00a0 punishable under the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention) Act, 2024 and other extant laws in Nigeria.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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