INFORMATION PLEASE
Information reaching us has it that some boys are on rampage in Lagos and PortJohnson areas of portharcourt town beating people and looting property and other valuables. The residents are helpless as there are no security presence. Please know how you move about.
The Rivers State Police Command has become aware of a viral message circulating on social media platforms, particularly WhatsApp, regarding chaos in the Lagos and Port Johnson areas of Port Harcourt Town. The Rivers State Police Command categorically refutes this story as false and unfounded, as no such incidents have occurred in the state.
It is essential to emphasize that Rivers State remains peaceful and secure. The Commissioner of Police, CP Olatunji Disu, wishes to utilize this platform to caution individuals who employ social media to disseminate rumors that could disrupt the state’s peace and harmony. They are advised to refrain from such actions or be prepared to face the consequences.
The public is urged to continue their lawful activities and disregard the misleading message. The message in question has been posted by mischievous individuals with the intention of destabilizing the state’s peace. Contrary to the speculation in the message, there have been no reports of people being assaulted or property and valuables being looted in Rivers State.
While reaffirming our commitment to maintaining peace in Rivers State, we appeal to the public to collaborate with security agencies in the ongoing fight against crime and criminality.
The public can reach the command Complaints Response Unit (CRU) call
08161355218
Whatsapp and text messages only 08067167605
SP. GRACE IRINGE-KOKO, ANIPR
POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
RIVERS STATE POLICE COMMAND
PORT HARCOURT
