The Ondo State Police Command has debunked reports claiming that it confirmed the killing of 20 farmers in an attack on four communities in the state.
In a press release signed by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), CSP Funmilayo Odunlami, the command stated that its attention was drawn to misleading reports alleging that 20 farmers were killed in the attack.
According to the statement, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Ala received information about an attack on March 8, 2025, at Sunday Camp, a settlement located along the boundary of Ondo and Edo States. However, the command never confirmed the alleged casualty figure.
"The Command is aware of the attack on Sunday Camp, and the Commissioner of Police, CP Wilfred Olutokunbo Afolabi, has directed that the ongoing covert operations across the state be intensified to rid the command of criminal elements," the statement read.
The police further urged journalists and media outlets to verify information from official sources before publication to avoid spreading misinformation and causing unnecessary panic among residents.
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