The Kaduna State Police Command has dismissed as false the viral social media report claiming that between 150 to 200 people were kidnapped along the Abuja-Kaduna Highway.
The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Mansir Hassan, stated that the report was entirely fabricated and lacked any factual basis.
Hassan clarified, “To set the record straight, there has been no recorded incident of kidnapping along the Abuja-Kaduna Highway in the past two years. The area remains under constant surveillance and is regularly patrolled on a 24-hour basis by the Police, Military, DSS, and other security forces under tight security to ensure the safety of all commuters.”
The Police Command warned that it was taking the matter seriously and would take action against those spreading false information. “Online media channels or individuals found responsible for originating or sharing such fabricated information without sources or basis will be invited for questioning, thoroughly investigated, and may face prosecution in accordance with the law,” Hassan stated.
He further emphasized the efforts of the state government and security agencies in maintaining safety. “The State government, in collaboration with the security forces and agencies in the state, has been working assiduously to ensure the safety and security of all persons and properties.”
The Command reassured the public of its commitment to protecting lives and property, urging citizens to rely only on verified and official sources for information.
“The Kaduna State Police Command remains committed to safeguarding the lives and property of all residents and urges the public to rely only on verified and official sources of information,” Hassan concluded.