The Airport Police Command had debunked the claim of terrorist attack at Asaba airport in Delta state.

Rather, the police said the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), carried out security simulation exercise at the airport over the weekend.

A statement yesterday by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Airport Police Command, Adeola Mohammed, insisted there was no terrorist attack or security breach at the airport, contrary to reports and narratives circulating on social media and other platforms.

He said that the exercise was designed to assess and strengthen the preparedness, response capabilities and inter-agency coordination of relevant security and emergency-response agencies.

He emphasised that the simulation exercise involved the deployment of security personnel and other relevant stakeholders to recreate a simulated security incident within the airport environment for the purpose of testing existing response mechanisms, communication channels, command and control structures and the ability of participating agencies to respond effectively to potential security emergencies.

He added: “The exercise was therefore a controlled and authorised activity and should not be misconstrued as an actual terrorist attack or invasion of the airport.

“The Airport Police Command consequently urges members of the public, particularly travellers and airport users, to disregard the false narrative and refrain from circulating unverified information capable of creating unnecessary fear and panic.”

Besides, the command reassured the public that the security situation at the airport remained under control and that all relevant security agencies remained vigilant and committed to ensuring the safety and security of passengers, airport personnel, facilities, and other stakeholders.

The command further encouraged members of the public to rely on verified information from authorised government and security agencies and to support ongoing efforts to strengthen national security preparedness and safeguard critical airport infrastructure.