A claim circulating on social media that an 18-seater bus carrying Igbo passengers was set ablaze in Kano is false and misleading.
The report, which has sparked concerns and discussions online, is an attempt to incite ethnic tensions and violence.
SpearNews can confirm that no such incident took place in Kano warning the public against falling for unverified and incendiary reports.
Security agencies in Kano have also assured residents that there is no recorded attack of such nature and that peace is being maintained across the state.
The picture used with the fake report has been in use severally in the past(see pictures).
SpearNews urge Nigerians to verify information before spreading it, especially when it has the potential to cause panic and unrest.
Misinformation and false narratives have increasingly become a tool for sowing discord among ethnic groups in Nigeria. Experts and analysts caution that such fabrications must be addressed swiftly to prevent unnecessary conflicts.
Residents and stakeholders are advised to rely on credible news sources for accurate reporting and to avoid spreading rumors that could disrupt the peace.
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