The governor of Osun, Ademola Adeleke, has dismissed reports of a bandits’ invasion in parts of the state, describing the claims as false and misleading.

The clarification came after panic spread across some communities, leading to the temporary closure of schools and heightened fear among residents.

According to the state government, security agencies have confirmed that there is no verified intelligence indicating any bandit attack or invasion within Osun State.

Officials said the rumours triggered unnecessary tension, prompting precautionary actions by some school authorities concerned about the safety of students.

Governor Adeleke urged residents to remain calm and rely only on verified information from official security and government channels.

He also assured that security operatives remain vigilant and fully deployed across the state to respond to any genuine threats.

The incident highlights growing concerns over the spread of misinformation and its impact on public order in Nigeria.