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Police Debunks Viral Report Of Purported Abduction In FCT

  • The Police debunked reports that 17 other persons were kidnapped by armed men in police uniforms

  • The command’s spokesman said investigation is still omgoing and findings will be communicated subsequently

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Police Force has found Safiyanu Ameerah, the missing teenager who tweeted that she had been kidnapped alongside 17 others in Abuja.

In a statement by ASP Oduniyi Omotayo, Deputy Police Public Relations Officer, the FCT command said Ameerah is currently in its custody.

The Police also debunked reports that 17 other persons were kidnapped by armed men in police uniforms.

The statement read; “The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command wishes to categorically debunk the viral news of the alleged kidnapping of one Safiyanu Amira and seventeen (17) others who were reportedly abducted at gunpoint by Armed men in Police uniform on Tuesday 14th June 2022 at about 1:00 pm and to state that Safiyanu Amira is currently safe in Police custody.”

“While she is currently in the hospital receiving medical attention as demanded by global best practices, the investigation continues and findings will be communicated subsequently.

“The Commissioner of Police FCT Command CP Babaji Sunday psc while commending the gallantry of the Tactical and Investigative apparatus detailed on the case, appreciated the members of the public for their calm maintained and the various degrees of useful information given to the Police.

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“He enjoined the good people of the FCT not to relent in partnering with the police, especially towards the rendition of information, to remain vigilant, and report any suspicious or abnormal occurrence.”

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