Police Debunks Claim of Herdsmen Attack in Rivers State

The Nigeria Police Force has debunked false claims in the Media of Fulani herdsmen attack in Rivers State.

The Rivers State Police Command was reacting to a viral social media video alleging that Fulani herdsmen launched an attack in the State and were repelled by Ijaw youths.

Public Relations Officer of the Rivers State Police Command, Grace Iringe-Koko, a Superintendent of Police (SP) in a statement on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 in Port Harcourt, Rivers State described such as “false and misleading”, asserting that such was a dangerous fabrication intended to incite panic.

“The attention of the Rivers State Police Command has been drawn to a viral video circulating on social media, falsely claiming Fulani herdsmen attack in Rivers State and were repelled by Ijaw youths.”

“The Police Command wishes to state unequivocally that these claims and reports are entirely false, misleading, and designed to incite panic among the public.”

“The Command emphasizes that there have been no incidents or reports of Fulani herdsmen attacks in any part of Rivers State. This fabricated narrative is a deliberate attempt by mischief makers to undermine the prevailing peace and stability in the State.”

“We urge the public to disregard this misinformation and exercise restraint in sharing unverified content that could spark unnecessary tension or damage the State’s reputation.”

“The Police Command, is working in synergy with other security agencies, remains committed to protecting lives and property, preventing crime, and maintaining peace and order across Rivers State.”

“Robust security measures are in place, including operational patrol teams, surveillance units, and tactical squads.”

“The public is advised to remain calm, be vigilant, and always verify information through official channels before sharing.”

The Command urged the public to disregard this misinformation and exercise restraint in sharing unverified content that could spark unnecessary tension or damage the State’s reputation.

She stated that the Command is working in synergy with other security agencies and remains committed to protecting lives and property, preventing crime, and maintaining peace and order across Rivers State.

Furthermore, Robust security measures are in place, including operational patrol teams, surveillance units, and tactical squads.

The Police Command under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju is dedicated to transparent and accountable policing.

Hence, the public is advised to remain calm, be vigilant, and always verify information through official channels before disseminating.