The Nigeria Police Force has described a viral fake news story claiming that Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has instructed citizens to physically assault and throw stones at police officers who request to search their phones as entirely false with no basis in reality.
The Nigeria Police Force In a statement on Monday by the force spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi makes it clear that the Inspector-General of Police, never at anytime issued such directives to Nigerians. but called on citizens to report instances of police misconduct through appropriate channels.
The force further stressed that the IGP has never encouraged violence against law enforcement agents, adding that the NPF remains committed to fostering a cooperative and trustful relationship between the police and the communities they serve.
It however enjoined Members of the public to remain vigilant against misinformation and verify information through credible sources.
