Man arrested for allegedly spreading fake news, defaming police

Man arrested for allegedly spreading fake news, defaming police


KINGSLEY OMONOBI FROM VANGUARD

The Nigeria Police Force said on Friday, that it has taken decisive action to curb the spread of fake news, disinformation, and incitement capable of widening the trust gap between the Police and members of the public who are critical stakeholders in national peace and security.

Towards this end, the Police said it arrested one Destiny Ekhorutomuen through the National Cyber Crime Centre, for engaging in and disseminating false and inviting content aimed at smearing the Force before the public.

Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi in a statement said, “On December 8, 2024, operatives of the Force apprehended one Destiny Ekhorutomuen, a 38-year-old suspect, in Uhunmwonde Local Government Area of Edo State.

“The suspect allegedly created and operated multiple social media accounts to disseminate false and inciting content aimed at provoking the public against the Nigeria Police.

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