The Nigeria Police Force has debunked rumours and misinformation speculating about the return of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) with a reformed set of rules.
In a statement released on Monday, February 10, the spokesperson of the Nigeria Police Force, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, says the Special Anti-Robbery Squad which was disbanded on the 11th of October 2020 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.” Adejobi said
He stated that to ensure receiving accurate and reliable updates, citizens are advised to follow the official handles of the Nigeria Police Force on social media viz @PoliceNG on X, @ngpolice on Facebook, and @nigeriapoliceforce on Instagram.
The SARS unit was disbanded following the EndSARS protest of 2020.