The Imo State Police Command has refuted claims circulating on social media that suspected Fulani herdsmen attacked a student hostel at the Federal Polytechnic Nekede in Owerri, resulting in multiple student fatalities. Police Public Relations Officer DSP Henry Okoye characterized the reports as "entirely false, misleading," and emphasized that no such incident occurred.

Police have refuted a viral claim regarding a fire at a student hostel in Nekede, labeling the Facebook post as misleading and potentially causing unnecessary panic among local residents, according to Channels TV.

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 Oyo State Police Command has refuted claims that abducted schoolchildren and teachers from Orire Local Government Area were transported to Kaduna State by helicopter, labeling the reports as false and lacking credible evidence. The police emphasized that a viral social media video promoting this allegation is misleading and could cause panic, while they continue their search for the missing individuals.

The Imo State Police Command has detained six officers who were seen in a viral video allegedly assaulting a young man in Ikeduru Local Government Area. Disciplinary procedures have commenced in response to the incident.

The Ogun State Ministry of Justice announced that its investigation into a reported gang rape case involving Miss Nsikak Abigael Emem concluded that the allegation was fabricated, with no offence established. The ministry provided updates on the ongoing investigation into the matter.