Terrorism: FCT police warn content creators, arrest man behind viral video
News Terrorism: FCT police warn content creators, arrest man behind viral video Published on April 10, 2026 By Ochogwu Sunday googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Commissioner of Police, CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, has issued a stern warning to content creators, urging them to desist from posting videos that may create panic in the territory. The CP gave the warning on Friday while explaining how a TikToker, Pam Joseph, was nabbed by operatives of the command following a viral video alleging an invasion of the nation’s capital by terrorists. DAILY POST reports that a highly disturbing footage went viral on social media on Thursday, purporting that some daredevil terrorists have invaded Abuja. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); The video also indicated that gunshots have been “raining heavily” in parts of the city. The FCT CP on Friday said a content creator behind the fake video was traced to Bwari and arrested. He said the suspect admitted to the crime, stating that his aim was to gain followers on TikTok. “When we got the video, we conducted a forensic analysis and got the picture of the person behind the voice. “Our men looked for him and luckily apprehended him in a village in Bwari. We asked him the motive behind the video, he said he did it just to get followers on TikTok. “All content creators should note that the police have advanced. If you put out a false video, we will look for you wherever you are hiding and get you arrested. “Stop creating panic in the city. Saying that terrorists invaded Abuja is not a joke,” the CP said. Don't Miss Ganduje can’t give me instructions, I’m APC leader in Kano – Gov Abba Yusuf You may like Presidency mum as Nigeria’s terrorism ranking sparks fear, anger Support military to defeat terrorism – Northern group urges Borno, Yobe residents Insecurity: Take ownership of fight against terrorism – CDS urges Borno, Yobe residents Saraki condemns deadly Maiduguri explosions, urges end to terrorism Nigeria, South Africa strengthen military ties to tackle terrorism, modern threats Court adjourns Malami, son’s terrorism trial