Police Decry Spread of Fake News, Vows to Nab Carriers

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Worried by the spread of fake news in the country, the Nigeria Police Force has condemned the spread of fake news and the perpetuation of cyberbullying, to discredit officers and the police system in the country.

The Police, warned citizens to exercise caution in the consumption and sharing of information online,

It noted that the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, had ordered that persons found engaging in cyberbullying or spreading false information should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.

This was contained in a press release on Monday signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi

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