The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has dismissed as false a viral social media report alleging that residents of Nyanya and its environs have been selling their kidneys for money.
The report also claimed that an agent in neighbouring Mararaba was purchasing human kidneys, purportedly with the involvement of young people in the area.
In a statement, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, said the Command had neither received nor confirmed any report relating to alleged kidney sales or human organ trafficking in Nyanya.
Adeh stressed that no statement or official communication confirming such allegations had emanated from the Command.
The Police therefore urged members of the public to disregard the publication and refrain from sharing unverified information capable of creating unnecessary fear, panic and apprehension among residents.
The Command, however, encouraged anyone with credible information concerning alleged human organ trafficking or any other security threat within the FCT to report promptly to the nearest police station.
Residents can also contact the FCT Police Command through 07038979348 or 08028940883.
The Command reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property while urging the public to rely on verified information from official sources on security-related matters.
