The Unity Advocacy Group (UAG) has called for caution over claims that about 150 Fulani community members, including children, died in a military detention facility in Kwara State.
UAG Convener Ifeanyi Aigbedion said the allegation, attributed to Amnesty International and circulating widely on social media, remains unverified.
“It should not be treated as established fact until it is properly investigated and confirmed by competent authorities,” Aigbedion said.
The group said the Nigerian Armed Forces have a longstanding record of professionalism and respect for human rights in both domestic operations and international peacekeeping missions under the UN, African Union, and ECOWAS.
UAG warned that spreading unverified reports could inflame ethnic tensions and weaken national cohesion at a time when unity is critical.
“Allegations of this nature are serious and deserve attention,” the group said. “But they must be subjected to a thorough, independent investigation through appropriate legal and institutional channels.”
It also cautioned against narratives that generalize or mischaracterize security institutions based on unconfirmed reports, stressing the need for balance and verified facts.
UAG urged authorities to carry out a comprehensive investigation and make credible findings public to counter speculation and restore public confidence.
The group reaffirmed its commitment to national unity and peaceful coexistence. It called on the media, stakeholders, and citizens to prioritize accuracy and restraint when reporting on sensitive security issues.
