The police in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, has dismissed viral report of an alleged assassination attempt on a naval officer who recently had an altercation with the FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.
On sunday night, reports had surfaced alleging that the officer was trailed by unidentified men riding in two unmarked Hilux vans with no number plates and dressed in black.
According to the report, the vehicles followed Yerima from the NIPCO Filling Station off the Line Expressway to Gado Nasco Way.
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However, in a statement issued by its spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, the FCT police said there was no such incident in Abuja.
“The Command wishes to categorically state that no such incident has been reported or recorded anywhere within the Federal Capital Territory.
“The public is advised to disregard this false information and desist from spreading unverified claims capable of causing unnecessary panic.
“For the safety of all residents, the Command urges the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the nearest Police Division”, Josephine said.
