The Nigeria Police have cautioned Nigerians against spreading fake election results, asking them to wait for the official announcement by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Muyiwa Adejobi, police public relations officer (PPRO) said in a statement on Sunday that the police observed the spreading or circulation of alleged/fake election results on social media and other news platforms.
“The Police has perceived this trend as a calculated attempt to heat up the polity and possibly create post elections chaos. We regard this as a disservice, unpatriotic, and a disinformation,” statement reads.
“The Nigeria Police hereby warns those who are spreading these alleged/fake election results to desist from such mischievous acts and wait patiently for INEC’s official results, which are authentic and tenable.
“The NPF urges Nigerians to remain calm, and go about their lawful engagements, while those who are billed to go to the polls today are requested to be orderly and law-abiding as we have re-enforced our security strategies for the smooth conclusion of the 2023 General Elections.”
