Ondo State Government and the state police command dismiss circulating social media reports claiming that bandits attacked an area in Akure and kidnapped students from a school in the city. Both sources say the allegations spread widely online but are not supported by any verified information from authorities. The Ondo State Government and police command describe the claims as rumours and urge residents to disregard unconfirmed posts. They also reassure the public of safety in Akure and surrounding areas.
While the rumours specify a bandit invasion and kidnapping of schoolchildren, the authorities provide no indication that such an incident has occurred, and they do not cite any official incident reports confirming the claim. The police and government messaging focuses on debunking the misinformation and calming public concern. Residents are directed to rely on official updates from the state government and police rather than social media posts.
