The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has dismissed viral social media reports alleging an attempted assassination on Lt. Ahmed Yerima, described the claim as entirely false and capable of causing unnecessary public panic.
In a statement issued on Sunday, November 16, 2025, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, said the Command has no record or report of any such incident within the FCT.
She urged residents to disregard the publication, which she described as misleading and unverified, noting that the spread of false information poses a threat to public peace and safety.
“For the safety of all residents, the Command advises the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the nearest Police Division,” Adeh stated.
She also provided the Command’s emergency contact lines 08032003913 and 08068587311 for swift response to distress situations.
The Police reiterated their commitment to maintaining law and order across the FCT.
