Police: No attack on Yerima in Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has dismissed social media claims alleging that officers attempted to attack a Nigerian Navy officer, Lt. Ahmed Yerima, at the NNPC Junction in the Kubwa area of Abuja.

The rumour, circulated by Instagram blogger Mazitundeednut, claimed Yerima was targeted during a police operation at NNPC Junction along the Kubwa Expressway on Sunday, November 16, 2025.

The command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, in a statement on Monday, described the report as “false and grossly misleading.”

Adeh said the incident occurred at about 6:15 p.m. when a patrol team conducting a routine stop-and-search operation intercepted an ash-coloured Toyota Camry with a concealed number plate and fully tinted windows.

Adeh stated that police officers approached the vehicle and requested the driver’s identity and an explanation for the concealments, in line with standard procedure.

Police deny assassination attempt on Yerima

The police spokesperson noted that the occupant refused to identify himself, made several phone calls, and rolled up his tinted windows, declining further engagement with policemen.

She stated: “A few minutes later, three naval personnel arrived the location and cordially identified the occupant of the vehicle as their colleague. They were also observed taking video and picture footage of the encounter before leaving.

“Following this confirmation, the police team allowed the vehicle to proceed. The patrol team then continued its operations peacefully and without any further incident. It is however surprising to wake up to maliciously crafted tales and worst of all allegations of assassination.”

Adeh quoted the FCT Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, as urging residents to cooperate with officers performing their lawful duties.

Dantawaye also warned against spreading fake or unverified information capable of causing public fear and panic.

The Star