Nigeria Police Deny Helicopter Food Delivery to Kogi Bandits, Cite Legitimate Security Operation
olice Reject Viral Claims of Helicopter Food Delivery to Bandits The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has dismissed as “misleading and false” social media claims that a police helicopter delivered food to armed bandits in Kogi State. In a statement signed by Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi , the NPF clarified the video showed a legitimate security operation in the Obajana axis on May 10, 2025 . Behind the Viral Video: A Joint Security Mission The helicopter, part of a joint operation with police, local vigilantes, and hunters, provided aerial surveillance to ground forces combating banditry. “The mission aimed to tackle violent crimes and secure the region,” Adejobi stated, stressing the NPF’s commitment to national security. Transition Words for Context Contrary to rumors , the operation focused on intelligence gathering and tactical support , not aiding criminals. Meanwhile , […]