The Oyo State Police Command has apprehended Pastor Amos Muyiwa and Mulikat Bashiru for allegedly disseminating false information regarding a supposed bandit attack in the Lamini Community of Ido Local Government Area. The arrests followed an investigation into a viral WhatsApp voice note that claimed six individuals had been killed by armed bandits, prompting the police to deploy tactical units in response to the alarming message. According to Deputy Superintendent of Police Olayinka Ayanlade, the investigation revealed that no such attack occurred, and Pastor Muyiwa had recorded and shared the message without verifying its accuracy. Both suspects are currently cooperating with law enforcement as authorities continue to explore the possibility of additional individuals being involved in the creation or dissemination of the false alarm.
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