The Nigeria Police Force has clarified that Destiny Ekhorutomwen, a TikToker who was arrested last month was never arrested by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi as claimed by Sahara Reporters, but rather, he was arrested by the Nigeria Police Force for posting the some video and many others full of falsehood and disinformation.
ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer explained that Destiny posted the video after the police had officially debunked this fake news being spread on social media. The fake policeman, DC, was arrested in Akwa Ibom, almost 2 years ago, not kaduna.
"The fake news was immediately debunked. Yet, Destiny made several videos on it, and other topical national issues full of lies and misinformation. SR is known for spreading falsehood to attack the credibility of the police.
"You may wish to cross-check the handle of the suspect for more details. He is facing trial for his criminal offences contrary to what SR published. Thanks." he said
It would be recalled that on 8 December 2024, operatives of the Force apprehended Destiny Ekhorutomuen, a 38-year-old suspect, in Uhunmwonde Local Government Area of Edo State.
“The suspect allegedly created and operated multiple social media accounts to spread false and inciting content designed to provoke the public against the Nigeria Police,” Adejobi said.
The police expressed concerns over the deliberate spread of falsehoods, describing it as a threat to national stability, societal cohesion, and public trust.
“This deliberate spread of falsehoods erodes public trust, undermines societal cohesion, and poses significant risks to national security,” the statement read.
Adejobi emphasised that the police have zero tolerance for such actions, warning that the misuse of social media to propagate fake news or incite disorder is a criminal offence punishable under Nigerian law.
“The Nigeria Police reiterates its zero tolerance for acts aimed at threatening the nation’s stability or tarnishing the reputation of the police and other government institutions,” he said.