Three individuals sustained injuries during a shocking armed robbery attack in the Mokola area of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Wednesday morning.
The incident occurred at approximately 11:30 am when a group of armed men stormed a retail shop just as customers were preparing to make purchases.
According to eyewitnesses, the assailants brandished weapons and ordered everyone to the ground before seizing an undisclosed amount of money and escaping the scene.
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Bystanders immediately rushed the injured victims to a nearby hospital, where they are currently receiving medical treatment.
Confirming the incident, the spokesperson for the Oyo State Police Command, Adewale Osifeso, noted that investigations are already underway. “Investigation has commenced. Updates would be communicated accordingly, please,” he stated in a brief message to journalists.
This brazen attack has left residents of Mokola and surrounding areas rattled, sparking fresh calls for increased police patrols and community vigilance.
Though the full extent of the robbery is still being assessed, sources say that the quick escape of the attackers has raised concerns over the current security apparatus in the area. The incident is the latest in a series of similar daylight attacks across southwestern Nigeria, highlighting growing concerns about public safety in urban neighborhoods.
Police are urging anyone with useful information to come forward to assist in tracking down the culprits.
Authorities also advised shop owners and residents to adopt basic security measures, including surveillance systems and timely reporting of suspicious activities.
Further updates are expected as the Oyo State Police Command continues its investigation.
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