The Kwara State Police Command has dismissed reports of a bandit invasion in Oke-Oyi, Ilorin East Local Government Area, warning against the spread of false information capable of causing panic and public disorder.
The command also said it had begun efforts to identify and prosecute the individual responsible for triggering the alarm, which temporarily disrupted activities at Government Girls Secondary School, Oke-Oyi.
According to a statement issued on Thursday by the command’s spokesperson, Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, the incident occurred around 9:15 a.m. after reports emerged that suspected bandits had invaded the area, prompting fears among residents and members of the school community.
Adetoun said officers were immediately deployed to verify the claim and ensure the safety of residents.
“Upon receipt of the information, the Divisional Police Officer, Oke-Oyi Division, promptly mobilised personnel to the scene to assess the situation and ensure the safety of students, staff, and residents,” she said.
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