There was palpable tension on Friday following reports that suspected bandits allegedly ambushed members of the security team attached to Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Igboho, in a forest area of Oyo State, SavannahNewnow Reports.
According to preliminary information, the attack occurred during a routine security operation within the forest when the assailants reportedly opened fire on the team, triggering a fierce exchange.
Sources familiar with the incident disclosed that several members of the security team sustained varying degrees of injuries during the attack.
The injured victims were said to have been evacuated to nearby medical facilities for treatment, while the exact number of casualties has yet to be officially confirmed.
The identities of the attackers remain unknown, although local sources suspect they were armed bandits operating within the forest.
Security operatives have reportedly intensified surveillance in the area and launched efforts to track down those responsible.
As of the time of filing this report, neither Sunday Igboho nor relevant security agencies had issued an official statement regarding the incident.
