Attackers vandalise home of Oyo ex-deputy governor in Ibadan
A group of suspected political thugs attacked the private residence of former Oyo State Deputy Governor, Hazeem Gbolarumi, destroying vehicles and other valuables. The incident, which left at least ten people injured, occurred amid heightened tensions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State. Police have stated that the attack was unrelated to the party’s state congress. Party leaders and stakeholders have called for calm and warned against moves to create parallel party structures.
What we know
- The residence of Hazeem Gbolarumi in Ibadan was attacked by unidentified hoodlums, resulting in significant property damage.
- At least ten people sustained injuries in related incidents across Oyo State, and several vehicles were vandalised.
- The Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, said the attack was not connected to the PDP state congress.
- Abdulrahman Akinoso, a party faction chairman, reported similar attacks in other areas including Ogbomoso South, Akinyele, and Igboora.
- PDP stakeholders in Ogbomoso warned against attempts to install factional executives, reaffirming loyalty to Governor Seyi Makinde and urging members to remain united.
