Gunmen raid Oyo Immigration office and steal weapons
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Gunmen invaded the Nigeria Immigration Service office in Ogbomoso, overpowering officers and stealing firearms. The Oyo State Police Command, led by Olugbemiga Abimbola, has launched a comprehensive investigation into the incident. The attack left two officers injured, but they have since received medical attention and are stable. Authorities are intensifying efforts to find the perpetrators and recover the stolen items.
What we know
- The attack took place at the Immigration office along the Ogbomoso–Ilorin Expressway, near an NNPC filling station.
- Armed hoodlums scaled the rear fence, assaulted two officers on night duty, and stole a G3 rifle, ammunition, a mobile phone, a generating set, and a motorcycle battery.
- The police responded quickly, deploying reinforcement teams and launching a thorough investigation.
- Surveillance and tactical teams are combing the area, while intelligence assets have been activated to aid in the search for the suspects.
- The police and Nigeria Immigration Service have formed a joint task team to coordinate efforts and reassure the public of ongoing security measures.
