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Lagos police dismiss claims of late DCP Salihu's kidnapping
via Punch Nigeria1 min read
The Lagos State Police Command has refuted reports alleging that Deputy Commissioner of Police DCP Khan Salihu was kidnapped before his death. Police spokesperson SP Abimbola Adebisi stated on Tuesday that the reports are false, misleading, and fabricated. Adebisi clarified that Salihu had complained of feeling unwell and was rushed to the hospital, where doctors later confirmed his death. She emphasized that Salihu was never kidnapped or involved in any criminal incident. The spokesperson expressed concern over the publication of unverified information by a media platform, noting that it caused distress to the late officer's family, friends, and colleagues. Adebisi called for the immediate withdrawal of the report, a public correction, and an apology from the media organization, stressing the importance of accountability. The command urged the public to rely on verified information from official police channels and reaffirmed its commitment to combating misinformation.
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