The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has dismissed as false a viral social media report alleging that young people residing around Nyanya are selling their kidneys for money.
The report, which has gained significant attention online, also alleged that an unidentified agent operating in Mararaba was involved in purchasing human kidneys from young people in the area.
However, the FCT Police Command, in a statement, said it had neither received nor verified any report supporting the claims of kidney sales or human organ trafficking in Nyanya and its environs.
The Command described the circulating report as false and urged residents of the affected communities and members of the public to disregard the information.
According to the police, no official statement, press release or other communication confirming the alleged kidney-selling activities was issued by the Command.
The clarification became necessary following the widespread circulation of the report on social media platforms, where claims of young people allegedly exchanging their kidneys for money sparked concern among residents and generated public reactions.
The police warned that the circulation of unverified reports, particularly those involving sensitive issues such as human organ trafficking, could create unnecessary fear and panic among residents.
The Command therefore appealed to members of the public to exercise caution before sharing information online, particularly reports that have not been confirmed by relevant security agencies or other competent authorities.
It stressed the importance of relying on official channels for information concerning security and public safety in the Federal Capital Territory.
“Members of the public are urged to disregard the report and refrain from sharing unverified information capable of causing fear, panic and unnecessary apprehension among residents,” the Command said.
Despite dismissing the viral report, the police encouraged residents who may possess credible information about human organ trafficking or other criminal activities to come forward and provide such information to law enforcement authorities.
The Command said credible intelligence from members of the public remained important in preventing and investigating criminal activities within the FCT.
Residents were particularly encouraged to report suspicious activities, individuals or locations that could pose a threat to public safety.
The police emphasised that anyone with concrete evidence relating to alleged organ trafficking should immediately contact the nearest police station rather than disseminating unverified claims on social media.
The development is the latest in a series of instances where security agencies have had to debunk alarming reports circulated online concerning alleged criminal activities or security threats.
The police have repeatedly cautioned Nigerians against becoming sources of misinformation by forwarding unverified messages, particularly when such information has the potential to cause panic or undermine public confidence.
The Command urged residents of Nyanya, Mararaba and surrounding communities to remain calm and continue with their normal activities, stressing that there was no confirmed report before it indicating that young people in the area were selling their kidneys.
The FCT Police Command also provided telephone contacts through which residents can communicate security-related information directly to the authorities.
Members of the public can contact the Command on 07038979348 or 08028940883.
The police further advised residents to verify the authenticity of sensational reports before sharing them, noting that responsible information sharing is essential to maintaining peace and security.
While the viral allegation has been dismissed, the Command’s invitation for members of the public to provide credible information means that any genuine evidence of human organ trafficking or related criminal activity can still be formally reported and investigated.
For now, however, the police said there is no confirmed evidence or official report establishing that young people in Nyanya are selling their kidneys for money or that an agent in Mararaba is purchasing human kidneys.
The Command consequently urged residents not to allow unverified social media reports to generate unnecessary fear, while reaffirming its commitment to protecting lives and property across the Federal Capital Territory.
