November 26, 2025
The Police in Rivers State have dismissed a viral video depicting herdsmen attack in the state as fake and untrue.
A video had surfaced on social media platforms on Tuesday insinuating a herdsmen attacked somewhere in the state.
The video showed scene of heavy exchange of gunfire allegedly between herders and some unknown individuals who claimed to be under attack.
Also, the video captures a voice calling for help, saying that they were under attack by herdsmen, while other voices were chanting ‘Asawana’ while the shootings were on.
However, the police has dismissed the video as false, stating that investigation has revealed that the incident never happened.
The Command’s spokesperson, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, said the video was misleading and designed to cause panic among residents.
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Iringe-Koko said, “The attention of the Rivers State Police Command has been drawn to a viral video circulating on social media, falsely claiming Fulani herdsmen attacked in Rivers State and were repelled by Ijaw youths.
“The police command wishes to state unequivocally that these claims and reports are entirely false, misleading, and designed to incite panic among the public.
“The command emphasises that there have been no incidents or reports of Fulani herdsmen attacks in any part of Rivers State. This fabricated narrative is a deliberate attempt by mischief makers to undermine the prevailing peace and stability in the state.
“We urge the public to disregard this misinformation and exercise restraint in sharing unverified content that could spark unnecessary tension or damage the state’s reputation.”
She noted that the police are working in synergy with other security agencies and remain committed to protecting lives and property, preventing crime, and maintaining peace and order across the state.
