‘No credible threat’ — Police dismiss school attack fears in Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command has dismissed fears over a circulating threat notice allegedly pasted in a school, claiming that bandits planned to attack and abduct schoolchildren, assuring residents that there is no verified intelligence supporting such a threat. In a post shared on X on Monday, the Police Public Relations Officer, Lagos State Commane, Ikeja, the Superintendent of Police, Abimbola Adebisi, said the command is aware of the report, but urged parents, guardians, school authorities, and residents to remain calm, stressing that there is currently no credible indication of any imminent attack within the state. The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Tijani Fatai, has ordered an immediate assessment of the situation and directed enhanced security deployment across schools and other strategic locations in the state. Police authorities also confirmed that operatives, in collaboration with other security agencies, have been deployed to safeguard schools, critical infrastructure, and communities. Reassuring residents, the Command emphasized that Lagos remains secure and that proactive measures are in place to prevent any breach of public safety. “There is presently no verified intelligence indicating any imminent threat of such an attack within Lagos State. While every security concern is treated seriously, members of the public are advised to remain calm and avoid panic,” the command said. Related News Osun warns police against political pressure over banditry suspect Police arrest 345 suspected thugs, drug peddlers, others in Kano Don’t beg for criminals’ release, it’s shameful, ex-police PRO warns Nigerians It added that security agencies will not tolerate any attempt by criminal elements to cause fear or destabilise public peace in the state. “The Command will not tolerate any attempt by miscreants, bandits, kidnappers, or other criminal elements to threaten the peace and safety of residents. Anyone found engaging in acts capable of causing fear or insecurity will be decisively dealt with in accordance with the law,” it stated. Residents were encouraged to remain vigilant and continue supporting security agencies with timely and credible information, noting that effective policing depends on public cooperation. The command also urged members of the public to report any suspicious persons, movements, or activities to the nearest police station or through its emergency lines: 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, and 09168630929. It reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining law and order and ensuring the safety and security