Rivers Police Debunk Viral Video Claiming Fulani Herdsmen Attacked Ijaw Youths

Rivers Police Debunk Viral Video Claiming Fulani Herdsmen Attacked Ijaw Youths

The Rivers State Police Command has dismissed a viral video alleging that Fulani herdsmen attacked a community in the state and were repelled by Ijaw youths, describing the claim as false and capable of inciting public panic.

In a statement on Wednesday, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, said the reports were “entirely false, misleading, and fabricated by individuals bent on disrupting the peace and stability in Rivers State.”

Iringe-Koko clarified that the Command had received no report of any Fulani herdsmen attack, stressing that the narrative circulating online was designed to misinform the public.

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The clarification follows another disturbing viral clip showing young men—allegedly Fulani—being assaulted in a bush, with some appearing to have gunshot wounds. The Police urged the public to disregard unverified social media content, warning that such materials could escalate ethnic tensions and damage the state’s reputation.

She assured residents that the Command, working closely with other security agencies, has intensified efforts to safeguard lives and property through robust security measures, including surveillance units, patrol teams, and tactical squads.

Iringe-Koko added that under the leadership of CP Olugbenga A. Adepoju, the Command remains committed to transparent and accountable policing.

Residents were urged to remain calm, stay vigilant, and verify information through official channels before sharing it online.

Rivers Police Debunk Viral Video Claiming Fulani Herdsmen Attacked Ijaw Youths