An Inspector of Police, Aliu Oluwole, was killed during an attack on police operatives at the Budo Masalasi Border Post in Oyo State, prompting an immediate manhunt and a full-scale investigation by the Oyo State Police Command.
The incident occurred weeks after suspected bandits attacked the National Park Service office in Oloka Community, Oriire Local Government Area, where five forest rangers lost their lives.
According to reports, Inspector Oluwole died while attempting to repel the attackers. The assailants reportedly made away with his AK-47 rifle loaded with 30 rounds of ammunition.
Confirming the development, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, said the Commissioner of Police had ordered an intensive operation to track down those responsible.
He disclosed that preliminary findings indicate some of the attackers may have sustained gunshot injuries and are being pursued by security operatives.
The Command assured residents that additional security measures have been deployed across the state and urged the public to remain vigilant. Citizens were advised to report anyone with suspicious injuries or unusual behaviour to the nearest security agency.
DSP Olayinka described the incident as a heinous act and reaffirmed the police’s determination to ensure that the perpetrators are apprehended and brought to justice as investigations continue.
