The Imo State Police Command has denied media reports published on Facebook today, July 5th, 2026, alleging that Fulani herdsmen set a student hostel in Nekede, Owerri, on fire, trapping over 80 students inside the burning building.
In a statement released, the command’s spokesperson, SP Henry Okoye, said the report is entirely false, misleading, and capable of causing unnecessary panic among residents.
Okoye urged members of the public to disregard the false publication and refrain from sharing unverified information capable of causing fear, panic, or public disorder. He advised members of the public to always verify the authenticity of information through credible and official sources before sharing it on social media or other platforms.
