The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has debunked purported claims of the return of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) with reformed set of rules.
OPTIMUM TIMES recalls that in 2020 one of the major agitations of the #EndSARS protesters was the disbandment SARS and subsequent police reforms.
NPF categorically declared that SARS which was disbanded on the 11th of October 2020, “remains dissolved.”
A statement by the Force Public Relation Officer (FPRO) ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, urged the public to disregard any information suggesting the the return of SARS.
The full text of the statement reads:
DISCLAIMER: SARS REMAINS DISSOLVED – FPRO
The Nigeria Police Force wishes to debunk circulating rumors and misinformation speculating the return of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) with a reformed set of rules. The Special Anti-Robbery Squad which was disbanded on the 11th of October 2020, remains dissolved.
The Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) is not back in operation. The recent information regarding SARS reformation and rules of engagement should be treated with caution. Nigerians are encouraged to verify the source of any information before accepting it as true.
To ensure receiving accurate and reliable updates, citizens are advised to follow the official handles of the Nigeria Police Force on social media viz @PoliceNG on X, @ngpolice on Facebook, and @nigeriapoliceforce on Instagram. Your safety and awareness are paramount; stay informed and vigilant.
ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI,
FPRO, FHQ.
10TH FEBRUARY 2025.
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