Tension Hits Ibadan After Residents Sighted Truck Loaded with Dozens of Men, Motorcycles, Cows Arriving from North
By: Olufemi Orunsola
Palpable fear and a general sense of public unease has gripped residents of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, after residents sighted a truck loaded with dozens of young men, motorcycles, and cows, reportedly arrived from the Northern part of the country.
OPEN TELEVISION NAIJA (OTN) News reports as gathered from a viral video that captured the moment that the arrival of the said truck triggered concerns and spontaneous discussions among locals who fear the development could signal a security risk to the city.
The truck, which was sighted around the ever busy Dugbe area, appeared heavily packed with young men sitting closely together, several motorcycles tied to the sides, and cows arranged at the rear.
As the vehicle made its way into the city, residents were seen in the video alerting one another, expressing shock at the unusual sight and sharing concerns about what the arrival could mean for public safety.
Meanwhile, many residents have expressed concerns considering the current security temperature and reports of attacks by armed men across different parts of the country, including the north central States of Kwara and Kogi.
Residents of the sun-baked brown-roof ancient city of Ibadan noted that recent reports of violent attacks and rising criminal activity have heightened their fears, especially when large groups arrive without clear explanation.
Community members could be heard urging caution, while others suggested that authorities should immediately investigate the purpose of the movement.
Several residents have also called for increased patrols and stronger security presence to prevent any possible breakdown of order.
Meanwhile, official response from Police authorities on the development has not been obtained as at the time of filing thus report.
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