One Dead As Suspected Hoodlums Attack Oriyomi Hamzat’s Supporters In Oyo— Police

The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the death of one person following an attack on supporters welcoming politician and broadcaster Oriyomi Hamzat back to Ibadan.

In a statement on Wednesday, the Command’s Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, said the group was attacked by suspected hoodlums shortly after leaving Molete while heading towards Iwo Road, where Agidigbo FM is located.

The deceased, identified as 40-year-old Azeez Tajudeen from 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 he was confirmed dead, according to Police report, and his remains have been deposited at the hospital morgue.

The statement said the Commissioner of Police, CP Abimbola Ayodeji Olugbenga, had directed the Command Monitoring Unit to investigate the incident and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.

The Police urged political aspirants, party leaders and event organisers to notify the Command at least 48 hours before planned processions or public gatherings to enable adequate security arrangements.

The Command also appealed to members of the public with useful information about the attack to assist the ongoing investigation.