False Kidnapping Alarm: Oyo College of Nursing Assures Public of Safety

The Management of the Oyo State College of Nursing, Eleyele, Ibadan has dismissed as false the alarm circulating about an alleged kidnapping incident within the institution’s campus in Kishi.

The Provost, Dr. Gbonjubola Owolabi on Sunday, assured parents, students, and the general public that no such incident occurred.

In a statement released by the College in Ibadan, the report was described as a misinformation that may cause unnecessary panic among students and members of the public.

The Management clarified that after a thorough internal review and verification with security personnel, it was confirmed that there was no case of kidnapping on the campus.

The College emphasised that the safety and security of students and staff remain a top priority.

It disclosed that immediate steps were taken by relevant security apparatus to investigate the source of the rumor and to strengthen surveillance and monitoring across the campus to prevent future false alarms.

The Management also confirmed that it has engaged relevant security agencies and reinforced existing security measures to ensure a safe learning environment.

“Parents and guardians are urged to remain calm and to verify information through official communication channels of the College before reacting to unverified reports.”

The institution reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a secure and conducive academic atmosphere for all.

Relatedly, the Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Hon. Olusegun Olayiwola, explained that the rumour originated from an unfounded alarm raised by some individuals, which created fear among students, lecturers and residents within the institution’s premises.

He assured parents, students and the general public that no kidnapping incident occurred, stressing that the government remains fully committed to maintaining security across the state.

According to him, the safety of students and staff in all educational institutions remains a top priority for the government.

The Commissioner therefore warned those peddling such malicious rumours to desist immediately, noting that spreading false information online is a serious cybercrime punishable under the law.

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