The Osun State Police Command has dismissed reports of alleged bandit invasion and attacks in Ikirun, Inisa, Iree and surrounding communities, urging residents to remain calm and continue their lawful activities without fear.
Speaking during a telephone interview with Saalim FM News on Tuesday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, described the reports as false and misleading.
According to him, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Gotan, has directed all Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) in the affected areas to commence immediate patrol operations to strengthen security and reassure residents of the safety of their lives and property.
He also cautioned residents against the dissemination of unverified information, warning that individuals found spreading fake news or inciting panic through false reports would be prosecuted in accordance with the law.
The police spokesperson therefore appealed to residents to about their daily activities.
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