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Anambra CP warns online publishers against publishing unverified stories
Anambra CP warns online publishers against publishing unverified stories
The Anambra Commissioner of Police, Mr Echeng Echeng, has warned online media practitioners to guard against publishing unverified stories.
Echeng gave the warning against the backdrop of Sunday’s online report that an 11-year-old boy was kidnapped at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Amansea, near Awka.
The report further stated that the kidnap took place during a fire outbreak that occurred while Mass was going on in the church.
The warning is contained in a statement issued in Awka by the command’s Spokesman, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, and made available to newsmen on Monday.
The state police boss stated that investigations by the command revealed that no such incident happened.
He further argued that the claim that there was a fire in the church was equally false.“The claim of fire and kidnap incidents were not reported to the police.
“The circumstances surrounding the rescue of the acclaimed victim and how the said fire was put out without recourse to the relevant agencies were doubtful.
“A visit to the church premises showed that no fire of any such occurred and the church buildings are intact.
“It is obvious that the publisher’s intention was to create tension and undermine the peace we enjoy in the state,” he further stated.
Echeng, therefore, admonished online publishers and media practitioners to always bring professionalism to bear in their reportage.
According to him, investigative journalism is very necessary at the moment, especially in building social peace and enhancing public safety.
He assured the Anambra people that the command would not joke with the confidence reposed in it in providing security.
He advised the residents not to live in fear but always trust that police are there to handle any security threats at all times.
Anambra CP warns online publishers against publishing unverified stories
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested a suspected cattle rustler in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 4:20 p.m. on April 15, 2026, at Anule community.
According to the sources, troops of Sector 1 OPWS deployed in the area arrested the suspect during ongoing security operations.
The suspect is currently in custody, while further investigation is underway to determine possible links to cattle rustling activities in the area.
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested a suspected terrorist during an operation in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 5:19 p.m. on April 15, 2026, following intelligence on the presence of a suspected criminal hiding in Tse Atu community.
According to the sources, troops of Sector 1 OPWS deployed at Anguhah and Umbagbo swiftly responded and conducted a targeted operation in the area.
During the operation, one suspect was apprehended, while a motorcycle believed to be linked to the suspect was also recovered.
The suspect and the recovered item are currently in custody, while further investigation is ongoing to ascertain the suspect’s involvement in criminal activities.
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army has distributed fertilisers to farmers across various Local Government Areas of Benue State as part of its corporate social responsibility initiative aimed at enhancing food security and strengthening civil-military relations.
The event, held on April 15, 2026, was conducted by the Commander, Sector 1, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Brig.-Gen. K.O. Bukoye, under the Army Headquarters Corporate Responsibility Project.
The initiative, themed “Using Agricultural Support to Improve Farming for Sustained Security,” is designed to support local farmers while promoting stability within the Joint Operations Area.
Security sources said the programme brought together community leaders, farmers, and other key stakeholders, alongside representatives of the OPWS Commander.
They noted that the intervention is part of ongoing efforts to foster cooperation between security forces and local communities, while addressing underlying factors contributing to insecurity.
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
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