The (YOWICAN), Adamawa State Chapter, has refuted stories circulating on social media claiming that Fulani herdsmen beheaded the present CAN Chairman of Adamawa State.
In an announcement signed by its Chairman, Rev. Dr. Gabriel L. Shall, YOWICAN described the viral stories as false, deceptive, and able to inciting pointless pressure throughout the state.
“We want to categorically state that this data is totally false. The current management of CAN in Adamawa State has not skilled any such incident,” the assertion learn.
Rev. Shall clarified that whereas no such tragedy has occurred lately, it’s true that in 2020, the late Rev. Lawan Andimi, who was the CAN Chairman of Michika native authorities council on the time, was kidnapped and later killed by insurgents, an incident that is still a painful reminiscence for the Church and the nation.
The youth chief urged the general public to ignore the fabricated report and chorus from spreading unverified data that might disrupt peace and concord within the state.
“We name on most people to confirm data earlier than sharing, particularly on delicate points that have an effect on the peace and unity of our communities,” Rev. Shall added.
YOWICAN reaffirmed its dedication to selling fact, unity, and peaceable coexistence amongst all residents of Adamawa State.
Additionally, the Adamawa State Police Command dismissed the report as faux information.
The submit, allegedly revealed by a Fb consumer recognized as Lionman Lioni, circulated broadly on social media, sparking concern amongst residents.
Nevertheless, police authorities have categorically refuted the report, describing it because the “handiwork of mischief-makers” meant to create panic, pressure, and spiritual discord.
“There isn’t any such incident recorded wherever in Adamawa State,” the command stated in an official assertion.
Commissioner of Police Dankombo Morris urged the general public to ignore the faux information and all the time confirm data from credible sources earlier than sharing it on-line.
He additional disclosed that an investigation has been launched to determine and prosecute these answerable for originating and spreading the false report.
The police reaffirmed their dedication to sustaining peace and making certain the protection of all residents throughout Adamawa State.
The command additionally reported the arrest of a 71-year-old man, Jeriel Clifford Peter, for allegedly killing his 67-year-old spouse, Miltha Jeriel, after a home dispute.
In accordance with police stories, the incident occurred on November 6, 2025, following an argument between the couple that started at a beer parlour within the Demsa Native Authorities Council of the state.
