Oyo State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into a violent attack on supporters welcoming broadcaster Oriyomi Hamzat back to Ibadan, which resulted in the death of a 40-year-old man.
To ensure a swift resolution, the Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command, CP Abimbola Olugbenga, has directed the Command Monitoring Unit to take over the matter for a proper, discreet investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the fatal assault and track down the perpetrators.
The incident was formally reported to the police on October 14 by Samuel Ibikunle, the Spokesman for Hamzat, who detailed how suspected hoodlums ambushed the group shortly after they departed Molete while heading towards Iwo Road, where the Agidigbo FM headquarters is situated.
During the ambush, the victim, Azeez Tajudeen, a native of Oke Amu in Itesiwaju Local Government Area of Oyo State, sustained a severe injury to his right eye.
He was rushed to the State Hospital, Ring Road, Ibadan, where medical personnel examined him and confirmed he was dead. His remains have since been deposited at the hospital’s morgue.
Confirming the development in a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Oyo State Command, Ayanlade Olayinka, reiterated the command’s commitment to apprehending all those responsible for the fatal attack and bringing them to justice.
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👉 JOIN GISTSMATE WHATSAPP CHANNELFollowing the breakdown of law and order, the police spokesperson urged political aspirants, party leaders, and event organisers across the state to secure prior clearance before organising mass gatherings or rallies.
“While the investigation is ongoing, the Command reiterates the importance of prior security coordination for public gatherings and processions.
“Consequently, all political aspirants, party leaders, and event organisers are urged to formally notify the Command at least 48 hours before any planned procession or gathering to enable adequate security arrangements, prevent breaches of public peace, and safeguard participants and other members of the public,” Ayanlade stated.
The command also appealed to members of the public with credible information that could help detectives track down the suspects to contact the police through the Oyo State Call Response Centre Toll-Free Line 615, or the Police Control Room on 08081768614 and 07055495413.
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