The 13 th Zonal Command of the Nigeria Police Force, on Thursday, debunked claims in an online report alleging the establishment of a camp or community for Fulani Herdsmen by Prince Engr. Arthur Eze, in Enugwu-Agidi, Ukpo and Zone 13 areas....CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE
Earlier this week, the Indigenous People of Biafra, kenIPOB, had in a statement signed by its Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful, alleged that Prince Eze, working in collaboration with Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, had created a community for Fulani terrorists masquerading as herdsmen at Enugwu-Agidi opposite Dunukofia LGA headquarters near zone 13 Police Station at Ukpo.
They alleged that the duo was setting up a time bomb in Anambra State and the entire South East.
But in a statement on Thursday, the Zonal Police Public Relations Officer, Josephine Ihunwo, said in response to the widespread reports circulating on social media platforms, particularly WhatsApp, the Assistant Inspector General in charge of the 13thZonal Command, AIG Godwin Ndidi Aghaulor, has taken swift action and assembled an investigation team to ascertain the veracity of these claims.
She said the investigation team, under the leadership of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Abagana, meticulously conducted inquiries within the specified areas.
“Their exhaustive efforts concluded with the finding that no such camp or community, as depicted in the circulated audio-visual material, exists.
“Further validation was provided by Gidado Sadiki, Sarki Fulani, and the Head/leader of the Fulani community in Anambra State, who categorically denounced the misinformation as false, baseless, and intended to disrupt the harmonious relationship between Fulanis and indigenes of Anambra,”Ihunwo said.
The ZPPRO further noted that the investigation uncovered a disturbing motive behind the dissemination of these falsehoods.
She said,“It was revealed that the allegations were fabricated by individuals affiliated with the ESN/IPOB, aimed at tarnishing the reputation of Prince Arthur Eze and instigating unrest in Anambra State, particularly within the ENUGU-AGIDI and UKPO regions.
“The AIG reiterates unequivocally that there is no credence to the claims of a Fulani Herdsmen camp in the area.
“The public is urged to disregard such rumors and to remain vigilant against the spread of misinformation.
“Additionally, thorough investigations will continue to identify and hold accountable those responsible for perpetuating these malicious falsehoods.
“However, the AIG encourages the good people of Anambra to be on the lookout and report any suspicious camps seen or sighted around to the nearest police station.”
