Police Dispel Rumours Of Boko Haram Insurgents In Akwa Ibom, Other States

The Akwa Ibom Police Command has asked members of the public to discountenance a viral message in circulation alleging the mass arrival of Boko Haram fighters into some states in the Southern and North-Central regions of the country, including Lagos, Ilorin, and Rivers State.

It further dispelled as untrue the rumours further claiming that dangerous key holders embedded with tracking devices are being distributed at public places.

In a statement issued in Uyo on Saturday, November 22, 2025, DSP Timfon John, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command, stated that the information was entirely untrue.

DSP John said, “Given Akwa Ibom State’s proximity to some of the states mentioned in the false alert, the Command considers it necessary to address the public directly.”

“The Akwa Ibom State Police Command wishes to categorically state that the message is fake, misleading, and should be disregarded.

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“There is no intelligence from any security agency to support these claims. The content is purely fabricated to cause fear, panic, and unnecessary tension among members of the public,” she stated.

The PPRO therefore advised residents of Akwa Ibom State to remain calm, go about their lawful activities and avoid sharing unverified information that can create distress within the state.

The Command, she says, has assured the good people of Akwa Ibom State that robust security measures are in place across all Local Government Areas to forestall any untoward act.

“Our patrols, surveillance units, tactical teams and community policing structures are fully operational and actively monitoring the security environment.

“We, however, urge the public to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious movements, persons, or activities to the nearest Police Station or any other security agency.

“The cooperation and support of the public remain vital to our collective safety,” DSP John added.