The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Police Command has dismissed reports circulating on social media alleging a kidnapping incident at Phase 1 Primary School, Gbagalape, Abuja, describing it as a false alarm that caused unnecessary panic within the community.
In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer of the FCT Command, SP Josephine Adeh, the Command said officers attached to Nyanya Division received a distress call on June 4, 2026, at about 10:30 a.m. reporting an alleged abduction at the school, prompting the immediate deployment of security personnel to the area.
According to the Command, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Nyanya swiftly mobilised operatives and surveillance teams to the school premises upon receiving the report.
Preliminary findings showed that panic began after some pupils reportedly shouted “kidnappers,” causing students and staff to rush out of classrooms in confusion.
The school was immediately secured and thoroughly searched by responding officers.
The statement further noted that after comprehensive sweeps of the school environment and questioning of individuals within and around the premises, no evidence of kidnapping was found, no suspect was identified, and no victim was discovered.
Adjacent areas, including nearby hills and surrounding schools, were also searched as part of precautionary measures.
The Command urged residents to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified reports capable of triggering fear and tension in the area.
It also advised members of the public to promptly report suspicious movements or emergencies to the nearest police station or via its emergency lines: 08032003913 and 07057337653.
