The Zamfara State Police Command has described as “fake news” the story trending on social media platforms that it has arrested seven serving soldiers of the Nigerian Army “for being deeply involved in banditry activities in Zamfara State.”
The statement, signed by SP Mohammed Shehu, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, Zamfara State Command, Gusau, “further make it categorically clear that, records at the moment indicates no arrest of any member of the Military as being speculated in Social media.
“The Command therefore enjoins members of the public to discontenance the fake news and further warns against spreading fake and unsubstantiated information, as any person or group found will be made to face the full wrath of the law.
“Members of the Press and other social media users are urged to seek clarifications from appropriate authorities on any information that comes their way before going on air.”