The Nigerian Army has dismissed a purported intelligence alert warning of planned Boko Haram and ISWAP attacks across the country as fake and unverified.
The document, which circulated on social media platforms, claimed that terrorist groups were preparing coordinated attacks on schools, churches, mosques, NYSC orientation camps and other vulnerable public facilities.
However, the Army said the document did not originate from its formations and was apparently designed to create fear and tension among Nigerians.
Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, said the military was aware of the circulation of the document and had taken necessary steps to maintain security across its formations and areas of responsibility.
According to her, the purported alert should not be regarded as an official security communication from the Nigerian Army.
“The document circulating does not emanate from the Nigerian Army,” Anele stated, adding that security personnel remained vigilant to prevent any threat to lives and property.
The fake document, reportedly signed by one A.M. Sodiq, alleged that Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters were mobilising resources for attacks across parts of the North-East, North-West, North-Central and South-West regions.
It also listed religious centres, schools and NYSC camps as possible targets, while claiming that suspected terrorists had begun surveillance activities with assistance from local collaborators.
The Army rejected the claims, saying the information contained in the document was speculative and lacked official confirmation.
A security officer attached to the 2nd Division of the Nigerian Army also described the circulating message as one capable of creating unnecessary fear among members of the public.
The military, however, assured Nigerians that it had increased vigilance and was taking proactive measures to protect schools, worship centres and other critical public locations.
The Army urged citizens to rely on official security channels for information and avoid spreading unverified messages that could cause panic.
