Rumours making rounds on social media claiming a National Youths Service Corps (NYSC) member serving in Kogi State was castrated, have been found to be false and fake news.
Speaking on the rumour, the Corps member, Obdarekpe Abdusalam Oshiorenua, KG/26A/0133, serving at Dangote Cement Factory, identified a social media acquaintance, AvinofLagos, as the perpetrator of the falsehood.
The 27-year-old, Oshiorenua from Edo State, described the incident as an “absolute falsehood”, stating that it stemmed from a minor disagreement on social media that escalated into abusive exchanges.
“The individual then used my NYSC picture to create and spread the false narrative, causing distress to me, the NYSC and my family,” he said.
The Corps member urged security agencies to track down AvinofLagos and bring him to justice, while also calling for social media regulation to prevent similar incidents.
“I think social media should be regulated. Everybody should look from each other’s view, not post or comment anyhow to hurt one another,” Oshiorenua said.
The NYSC State Coordinator, Mr Femi Osungbohun, had also dismissed the rumour in an interview with newsmen on Monday.
Osungbohun described the claim as “FAKE NEWS”, stating the Corps member is alive, healthy, and serving at his Place of Primary Assignment (PPA).
The state Coordinator urged the public to disregard the falsehood, reassuring that the safety and welfare of Corps members remain a top priority.
“We confirm the corps member in question is safe, healthy, and actively serving at his deployment location.
“The NYSC Kogi State management assures the public that corps members welfare and security remain top priorities, in line with the Director-General’s directives.
“We urge everyone to verify information before sharing to prevent unnecessary panic.
“The corps member has been located and is in good health, carrying out his duties as usual.
“We encourage the public to disregard the false report and support our efforts to maintain a positive environment for our corps members,” he said.
