Police Dismiss Viral Video Linking Officer to Bandits in Katsina

The Nigeria Police Force has rejected a viral clip claiming a uniformed officer was seen with armed bandits in Katsina State. The Force clarified the men in the footage are members of the Vigilante Group and registered hunters working with security agencies in Musawa and Matazu local governments. According to the official statement, the video simply shows a routine movement by community volunteers and a police officer toward an operational area. The Force called the bandit narrative “false and misleading” and warned that such distortions can fuel public fear and undermine ongoing security efforts. Police urged Nigerians to ignore unverified social media posts and rely on official channels for accurate information. They also cautioned those spreading misinformation that they could face legal consequences for threatening public peace.

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