Adeyeye Ajayi, Personal Assistant to the former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (retd.), has dismissed circulating reports claiming that the elder statesman is dead.
In a statement issued on Sunday, Ajayi described the reports as false and misleading, warning that the unverified claims could cause unnecessary panic among the public.
He urged Nigerians to disregard the rumours, stressing that Gowon is very much alive and in good health.
“The claims making the rounds on social media about the death of General Yakubu Gowon are completely false and misleading. There is no truth whatsoever in the reports. The former military leader continues to live an active and purposeful life,” the statement read.
Ajayi added that Gowon remains engaged in public affairs and continues to contribute meaningfully to national discourse.
General Gowon is alive, in good health, and remains active. He continues to attend public events and contribute to discussions on peace, unity, and the development of Nigeria,” he said.
The aide cautioned against spreading unverified information, noting that such rumours could distress family members, associates, and the public.
He appealed to Nigerians to verify information from credible sources before sharing it, especially on social media, and urged citizens to act responsibly to curb the menace of fake news.
Reports claiming the former Nigerian Head of State had died had sparked widespread confusion on social media over the weekend.
Despite the absence of official confirmation, many users shared messages of condolence, highlighting the speed at which unverified news can spread online.
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