The Ekiti State Police Command has dismissed a viral report claiming that a bus carrying passengers from Ado-Ekiti was hijacked along the Aramoko-Ekiti road on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
The command’s dismissal came less than 24 hours after claims circulated on social media that a certain number of travellers were abducted in Aramoko.
While reacting to the viral claim in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Sunday Abutu, on Monday, the command described the report as false and misleading, warning those spreading such information to stop or face legal action.
“The attention of the Ekiti State Police Command has been drawn to distressing information circulating on social media that a full bus conveying passengers from Ado-Ekiti was kidnapped along the Aramoko-Ekiti road on 31st May, 2026.
“The command, upon receipt of the disturbing information, deployed intelligence and tactical operatives to that axis to confirm its authenticity and take necessary action if true.
“It was then gathered that the alarm was false, created and spread by criminally minded individuals to cause unnecessary panic and discredit the efforts of security agencies in the state as well as the government in ensuring adequate safety for citizens,” the statement read.
It noted that similar fake alerts had been circulating in recent weeks and urged residents to always confirm information before sharing it.
The command further revealed that it had observed a worrying trend of fake security reports in recent weeks, noting that several false alarms relating to kidnapping, bandit attacks, and other crimes had surfaced across different platforms.
Members of the public were advised to report anyone known for spreading fake news through the command’s official channels.
While assuring residents that the state remains safe, the police urged everyone to stay alert, obey the law, and report any suspicious activity or emergencies promptly.
“Members of the public are implored to be security conscious and law-abiding, verify news sources before sharing, go about their lawful activities, and promptly call the police on 08062335577 in case of emergency.”
The command added that spreading false information is a criminal offence and warned that offenders will be prosecuted.
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