In a statement issued on Friday by Anthony Placid, Force Public Relations Officer, the police said there was no record of any terrorist incident in the Federal Capital Territory, contrary to claims circulating on social media.
The Force explained that preliminary investigations revealed the video was deliberately fabricated using misleading footage sourced online and manipulated to create a false narrative of insecurity in Abuja.
According to the statement, the intent behind the video was to cause widespread fear, incite panic, and undermine public confidence in the security architecture of the capital city.
In a swift response, police operatives arrested a suspect identified as Pam Joseph, who is alleged to be behind the creation and dissemination of the viral content.
The arrest, the police said, followed credible intelligence and digital forensic investigations that traced the origin and spread of the video to the suspect.
It confirmed that the suspect is currently in custody and will be charged to court upon the conclusion of ongoing investigations.
The police warned that while citizens are entitled to freedom of expression, such rights do not extend to the deliberate spread of misinformation capable of threatening public peace and national security.
Reiterating its commitment to maintaining law and order, the Force urged members of the public to verify information before sharing, especially on social media platforms, to avoid fuelling unnecessary tension.
The statement further assured residents that security agencies remain vigilant and proactive in monitoring digital spaces and responding decisively to threats, both physical and virtual.
“The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to safeguarding public order and national security,” the statement added, emphasising that individuals found culpable of spreading false information would face the full weight of the law.
