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.

Police have refuted allegations suggesting that one of their officers is connected to armed bandits. According to a police spokesperson, the officer is involved in supporting ongoing security operations alongside other security agencies in the Musawa and Matazu Local Government Areas of Katsina State.

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.

A video circulating online has raised new concerns regarding security operations in North-West Nigeria, as it reportedly shows armed gunmen passing through a police checkpoint without being challenged. The footage has prompted discussions about the effectiveness of police measures in the area, according to Naija News.