Oyetola urges strong police response after Ikire violence
A violent incident in Ikire, Osun State, has led to the deaths of two civilians and injuries to police officers. The Osun State Police Command blamed suspected hoodlums for the attack, which involved the snatching of a police rifle and a patrol vehicle. Adegboyega Oyetola condemned the violence and called for decisive action from security agencies. Various political parties and stakeholders have traded accusations over the cause of the unrest.
What we know
- The Osun State Police Command reported that suspected hoodlums killed two people in Ikire and injured two police officers during an attack.
- The assailants snatched an AK-47 rifle and a patrol vehicle from police, using the weapon to fire indiscriminately.
- The victims were identified as Nurení Sobowale and Saheed Akinrole, with their families notified by authorities.
- Adegboyega Oyetola condemned the violence, urging security agencies to restore order and protect residents.
- Political parties, including the All Progressives Congress and Accord, accused each other and some police officers of contributing to the crisis.
