The Nigeria Police has denied speculations that the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS, outlawed in 2020 has returned.
A statement released on Monday by its spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, debunked the reports, stressing that the squad remains dissolved.
“The Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) is not back in operation. The recent information regarding SARS reformation and rules of engagement should be treated with caution.
“Nigerians are encouraged to verify the source of any information before accepting it as true”, the statement said.
The police image maker advised Nigerians to follow verified pages of the Nigeria Police Force on all social media platforms for accurate information.
The clarification by the police became necessary, following reports circulating on social media platforms that the Anti-Robbery Squad which was disbanded on October 11, 2020, following the EndSARS protest is back in operation.
