Kwara Govt To Peter Obi: Bandits Have Not Taken Over Any LG In Our State, Delete Misleading Social Media Post Without Delay
Kwara State government clarified and submitted on Monday that bandits have not asserted control over any local government in the state as claimed by some social media users while also urging a one-time governor of Anambra State and former LP presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi to delete his misleading social media post immediately.
The state Commissioner for Communications, Hon Bola Olukoju in a statement she issued in Ilorin and made available to Team@orientactualmags.com cautioned members of the public against spreading unverified information that may cause panic, confusion, and psychological trauma to the people.
‘We wish to alert the public to some reckless claims that nine local governments in Kwara State are under siege by the bandits. This is totally false. No local government area is under siege in the state.
The unfortunate challenges we have had in a few areas do not warrant the wicked escalation and fake news which are being promoted by opposition elements in and outside of the state.
We have reasonable grounds to suspect that these elements are the online promoters and equivalence of bandits as they help to instill fear in the populace through fake news such as the unfounded claim of nine LGAs being under siege and movement of gunmen in parts of Asa LGA.
We regretfully observe that Mr. Peter Obi has lent his social media handles to spreading such fake news. This is not expected from him as a statesman. We request Mr. Peter Obi to bring down the post as it is totally false and inappropriate.
We also urge members of the public to avoid spreading unverified information that may cause panic, confusion, and psychological trauma to the people.
This irresponsible behaviour is making things harder for the security forces who already have enough on their plates’ the statement added-Team@orientactualmags.com Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08035023079, 08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com. Thank you
