Police Disprove Viral Video in Oyo School Abduction Case
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Nigerian police have confirmed that a viral video claiming to show the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oyo State is false. This clarification helps prevent misinformation and public panic amid ongoing protests demanding the rescue of abducted individuals. The situation remains tense as teachers and entertainers call for urgent action to secure the release of those actually abducted.
Reported Facts
Observable data points shared across all narratives
- •On May 29, Nigerian police officially denied the authenticity of a viral video linked to the Oyo school abduction.
- •Teachers in Oyo State protested on May 29, demanding the rescue of abducted colleagues and pupils.
- •Entertainers publicly expressed concern over the abduction of school children in Oyo on May 30.
- •The police statement was issued to counter misinformation and maintain public calm during the ongoing investigation.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Nigerian authorities intensify rescue operations the abducted pupils and teachers could be released sooner, reducing public unrest in Oyo State.
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Primary Sources (5)
AFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)In Fresh Distress Video, Abducted Oyo Principal Pleads with Tinubu, Makinde for RescueAFRICAPunch (Nigeria)Entertainers cry out over school kids abductionAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Teachers protest, demand rescue of abducted colleagues, pupils in OyoAFRICAPunch (Nigeria)Police debunk viral video linked to Oyo school abduction