Osun Man Detained Over Fake Bandit Invasion Video That Sparked Panic

A 22-year-old man was arrested after posting a video on Facebook falsely claiming bandits had invaded Osun State. Police investigations revealed the footage actually showed members of the public restraining a person with a mental illness. The post breached the Cybercrimes Act of 2015 and other relevant laws. He was detained briefly and released following an appeal by his elderly parents. He has since issued a public apology and received a formal warning against repeating the act. The state commissioner of police reminded citizens to verify information before sharing to prevent fear and disruption of public peace.

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