The Ondo State Government has strongly refuted online reports claiming that armed herdsmen attacked communities in the state and killed farmers.

In a statement released by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Security Matters, Chief Olugbenga Atiba, the government labeled the report as false, malicious, and a deliberate attempt to incite fear and tension among residents.

“We want to state categorically that this report is not only an absolute falsehood but an attempt by the sponsors of the fake news to create panic among the residents of the state.

“For the umpteenth time, we advise the purveyors of this hoax to desist from such an act that is capable of creating chaos, disunity and distrust between the people and the government.

“It is public knowledge that the government of Ondo state, efficiently-led by Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, prioritizes the security of lives and property of every resident of the state where they live, work and play.

“We, therefore, enjoin our people in the state to continue to go about their lawful businesses without fear, as the state government has created a peaceful and safe ambience for all and sundry, he concluded.