Police denies planned attack on Uniabuja campus

Abdullateef Fowewe

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has described the rumoured planned attack on the University of Abuja Campus as false and misleading.

The FCT Police in a statement on Saturday by its Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh said the information is baselessly propagated by rumour mongers intending to create anxiety among the residents and the University community.

The statement reads, “The attention of the FCT Police Command has been drawn to rumours of an alleged planned abduction at the University of Abuja Campus by unspecified individuals circulating on online platforms.

“The FCT Police Command wishes to clarify that these reports are nothing but baseless publications propagated by rumor mongers aiming to create unfounded panic and apprehension among FCT residents and the University community.

“The Command hereby reiterates its commitment to securing and safeguarding the lives and property of residents in the FCT as adequate deployment of personnel and equipment have been implemented to enhance the security situation within the FCT, which includes the University of Abuja.”

The police enjoined the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police.

“The Command also urges members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the FCT Police Command’s emergency numbers: 08032003913, 08028940883, 08061581938, and 07057337653. For complaints, please contact PCB at 09022222352 or CRU at 08107314192,” the statement added.