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Gov. Seyi Makinde Confirms Deadly Attack on National Park Office in Oyo, Appeals for Calm
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has confirmed a deadly attack by suspected bandits at the National Park Office in Oloka Village, Oyo State, which resulted in the death of five National Park Service forest guard officers.
In a statement released earlier today, the governor described the incident as a devastating loss, noting that the officers were killed while carrying out their lawful duties to protect Nigeria’s natural resources and territorial integrity.
According to Makinde, preliminary investigations by security agencies suggest that the attack was cross-border in nature. He disclosed that multiple security agencies are already working collaboratively to investigate the incident, track the perpetrators, and prevent further attacks in the area.
“The loss of these brave officers is deeply painful,” the governor said, adding that their sacrifice would not be forgotten.
Makinde also appealed to residents of Oyo State—particularly those in Oriire Local Government Area and other communities along the state’s borders—to remain calm. He assured the public that security agencies have restored normalcy to the affected areas and that additional personnel have been deployed to strengthen security presence.
The governor further emphasized that his administration would leave no stone unturned in responding decisively to ensure the safety of residents and prevent a recurrence of such attacks. He called on community members to cooperate fully with security agencies by providing useful information to aid intelligence gathering and ongoing investigations.
As the state mourns the fallen officers, Makinde extended his condolences to their families and colleagues, praying for the peaceful repose of their souls.
🕊️ May the souls of the departed officers rest in peace.
