The Nasarawa State Police Command has debunked the publication circulating on various news platforms and social media with the caption, “Panic as Herdsmen Disrupt Nasarawa Crusade, Forcing Worshippers to Flee.”
In a statement issued by its spokesperson, SP Ramhan Nansel, on Wednesday, the command said no herdsmen attack occurred anywhere in Nasarawa State.
According to the police, the published reports, including the video in circulation, do not reflect the true situation in Agboda village, and the publication is therefore a gross misrepresentation of facts.
“Preliminary investigation revealed that on 24 November 2025 at about 1900 hours, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Mararaba Udege Division, received information that a motorcyclist was attacked by unknown persons along a feeder road leading to Agboda Village. The victim sustained a machete cut, and his motorcycle was taken away by the assailants.
“Upon receipt of the report, the DPO immediately contacted vigilante members in the area, who in conjunction with the police pursued the suspects. The criminals abandoned the stolen motorcycle and fled. The victim was rushed to the hospital, where he is currently responding to treatment, while his motorcycle was recovered.
“Further investigation revealed that Daniel Ukpo, who made the viral video claims, is presently in police custody. He has confirmed that there was no herdsmen attack and no disruption of any crusade as reported. He explained that upon learning about the robbery incident, residents rushed to the scene, during which he recorded the video that is now being misrepresented online,” the command clarified.
Nansel further stated that the Commissioner of Police, CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed, has called on religious leaders to use their platforms to promote peace and harmony and to refrain from making statements capable of inciting tension within the State and the country at large.
The Police Commissioner also urged journalists and members of the public to be patriotic by verifying information before publication and to avoid spreading unverified or sensational reports capable of causing public panic.
“The Command assures the public of its commitment to safeguarding lives and property and encourages residents to report suspicious activities through appropriate channels,” the statement added.