The Federal Capital Police Command has condemned the rumoured claim of an assassination attempt on Naval Lieutenant Ahmed Yerima, who recently had a face-off with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, describing the claims as “false information and unverified claims.”
A confrontation ensued last week between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and Army Lieutenant A.M. Yerima over an undocumented land issue in Abuja, reportedly occupied by former Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral Awwal Gambo.
The parcel of land in question is situated on Plot 1946, which became the subject of a confrontation after Wike questioned the legality of its development by the ex-naval chief, insisting the military had neither approval nor valid documentation from the FCTA.
In a statement signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the spokesperson expressed that the assassination incident was not reported or recorded anywhere within the Federal Capital Territory, and warned the public to desist from spreading false claims capable of causing panic.
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The statement reads, “The attention of the FCT Police Command has been drawn to publications circulating on social media alleging an attempted assassination on Lt. Ahmed Yerima. The Command wishes to categorically state that no such incident has been reported or recorded anywhere within the Federal Capital Territory. The public is advised to disregard this false information and desist from spreading unverified claims capable of causing unnecessary panic.
“For the safety of all residents, the Command urges the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the nearest Police Division. You may also reach the Command Headquarters through our emergency lines: 08032003913 and 08068587311 for prompt response.”
