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Oshimili North Council Debunks Rumour of Bandit Infiltration in Ibusa, Invites Alleged Spreader for Questioning

 Oshimili North Council Debunks Rumour of Bandit Infiltration in Ibusa, Invites Alleged Spreader for Questioning


By Emeka Esogbue


The Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State has dismissed as false reports alleging that bandits had infiltrated Ibusa, describing the claims as unfounded and capable of causing unnecessary panic among residents. The council also disclosed that the individual alleged to have originated and circulated the rumour has been invited for questioning as part of efforts to ascertain the source of the misinformation and safeguard public order.


In a brief statement signed by the Secretary to the Council, Hon. Austin Eloka Ajufo, and circulated on several Ibusa-based platforms, including the Ibusa Development Forum, the council thanked parents and guardians for their genuine concern in rushing to schools to ensure the safety of their children. It, however, urged residents to disregard the rumour and go about their normal activities, insisting that there was no truth to the claims.


The community, located on the outskirts of Asaba, the Delta State capital, was thrown into panic early in the day after unverified reports began circulating that bandits had been sighted in Ibusa. The rumour prompted anxious parents and guardians to rush to schools across the community to pick up their children over fears for their safety.


The council appealed to residents to verify sensitive information through official government channels and relevant security agencies before sharing or acting on it. It reaffirmed its commitment to the security, safety and welfare of all residents and urged members of the public to remain calm and law-abiding.

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