The Nigerian Police Force has dismissed claims from a viral video suggesting that an officer had interactions with bandits in Katsina. The Force urged the public to disregard the video's assertions and to rely solely on information disseminated through official police channels and authorized sources, according to Tribune Online.

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has dismissed claims made in a viral video that purportedly shows a police officer engaging with armed bandits in Katsina State. The police described the narrative as false and misleading, emphasizing their ongoing collaboration with local security volunteers. The statement was issued by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO).

The Nigeria Police Force has addressed a video circulating online that allegedly shows a police officer interacting with bandits on motorcycles. CSP Anietie Okokon Edem Iniesu, the Force Public Relations Officer, labeled the video as false and described it as a calculated attempt to mislead the public, according to the statement.

The Nigeria Police Force has refuted claims that its operatives permitted armed bandits to pass through a checkpoint without challenge, stating that the individuals in the viral video are vigilantes, not bandits. The police emphasized the importance of accurate reporting regarding security matters.

The police have clarified that a viral video showing motorcycle riders does not depict armed bandits, as speculated online, but rather vigilantes and hunters. This statement comes in response to intense reactions and concerns raised by viewers regarding the nature of the riders' activities in the state.

The Katsina State Government has refuted claims that it funded Hajj pilgrimages for bandit leaders or other criminal elements operating in the state. The government labeled these allegations as false and has called for evidence to support such claims, according to ThisDay Live.