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Oyo State Government De-escalates Tensions After Ojoo Violence Leaves Two Dead
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2026-07-08 20:39   Incidents   10

Oyo State Government De-escalates Tensions After Ojoo Violence Leaves Two Dead

The Oyo State Government has appealed for calm after violence erupted in the Ojoo area of Ibadan, leaving two people dead.The unrest followed the killing of a commercial tricycle rider on Tuesday night, which heightened tensions among residents.Security operatives were deployed to restore order, and Deputy Governor Bayo Lawal visited the area to urge peace.Lawal warned against ethnic tensions, emphasizing that criminal acts should not be linked to tribes.He assured residents that a full investigation is underway to hold perpetrators accountable.Community leaders confirmed there's no crisis between Hausa and Yoruba residents, pledging to work together for peace.Security agencies are maintaining a strong presence to prevent further escalation.The government is collaborating with local leaders to address the root causes and ensure stability in the region.

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