The Nasarawa State Police Command has issued a strong rebuttal concerning widely circulated media reports alleging that armed herdsmen attacked Agboda Village in Mararaba Udege, causing panic and forcing worshippers to flee a church crusade.
In an official statement released on Wednesday, the 26th of November, 2025, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, categorized the viral reports and accompanying video as “a gross misrepresentation of facts,” unequivocally insisting that no herdsmen attack occurred anywhere in the state.
Incident Identified as Robbery, Not Invasion
The Command asserted that preliminary investigations showed that the incident in question was a case of robbery, not an invasion by armed herdsmen.
The factual account provided by the police explains that on the 24th of November, 2025, around 7 pm, the actual event involved a motorcyclist who was assaulted by unidentified criminals on a feeder road leading to Agboda Village. The victim sustained machete injuries, and his motorcycle was stolen.
Detailing the swift response, the command stated: “Upon receipt of the report, the DPO immediately contacted vigilante members in the area, who in conjunction with the police pursued the suspects. The criminals abandoned the stolen motorcycle and fled.” It confirmed that the victim is currently receiving treatment at a hospital and the motorcycle has been recovered.
Video Recorder Confirms Misrepresentation
Furthermore, the police revealed that Daniel Ukpo, the individual responsible for recording the controversial viral video, is now in custody. He has reportedly admitted that the incident had no connection with herdsmen or any disruption of a religious event.
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The statement noted his confirmation: “He has confirmed that there was no herdsmen attack and no disruption of any crusade.”
Commissioner of Police Shetima Jauro Mohammed used the opportunity to address religious leaders, urging them to exercise caution in making public statements and to avoid comments capable of inciting tension.
He also specifically appealed to journalists and residents to verify information before publication and to refrain from spreading sensational or unverified reports that could trigger unnecessary panic.