Viral video: Police dismisses false bandits narrative in Katsina (opens original article in a new tab)

The Nigeria Police Force denied a viral video's claim that a police officer interacted with armed bandits in Katsina State, stating the individuals were members of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria and registered hunters collaborating with security agencies.

• Nigeria Police Force denied claims that a police officer interacted with armed bandits in Katsina State.
• The video showed interactions between a police officer and members of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN) and registered hunters.
• The police condemned the spread of false information and urged the public to rely on official sources.