Messages Of S'pore Lockdown & PM Lee's Address Are "Completely Untrue", Says Gov.sg

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Gov.sg Debunks WhatsApp Message About Singapore Lockdown & PM Lee’s Address

Fake news are aplenty on WhatsApp, especially now that lots of uncles and aunties are bored at home.

Recently, there have been multiple messages being circulated on WhatsApp and other messaging platforms claiming that they are from the Prime Ministers Office (PMO), and spreading information about lockdowns.

Some are from early April, while others claim that PM Lee is addressing Singapore again today (17 Apr).

Fortunately, Gov.sg has just debunked those messages on their official WhatsApp and Telegram channels.

Screenshot of official Telegram message from Gov.sg

Gov.sg debunks fake WhatsApp messages on partial lockdown

The fake WhatsApp messages claimed to have plans for Singapore’s lockdown.

One spread false information on Singapore being divided into 4 different regions, to facilitate containment of people.

Screenshot of fake message

Others allegedly claimed that Singapore would be going under full lockdown on 18 Apr.

Screenshot of warning about fake messages

Both fake messages carried the Prime Minister’s Office logo, thus tricking readers into thinking they might be official.

Use reliable sources when checking official statements

Gov.sg reminded Singaporeans to ensure that they consumed accurate information by using official government websites and platforms.

They urged all Singaporeans not to spread false information in fear.

You can sign up for Gov.sg’s official updates via WhatsApp here, or subscribe to their Telegram channel here.

Please ensure that you consume accurate information from reliable sources. Always cross-check with official sources like government websites if you are unsure.

Featured image adapted from Facebook.