One Dead as Agbekoya, Okada Riders Clash in Oyo

One Dead as Agbekoya, Okada Riders Clash in Oyo
Police arrest two suspects, launch investigation into violent incident
Authorities restore calm, urge residents to remain law abiding

A violent clash between members of the Agbekoya group and commercial motorcycle riders, popularly known as Okada riders, has left one person dead in Oyo State.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the incident occurred at about 7 p.m., with an Okada rider identified simply as Awo confirmed dead, while several others sustained injuries during the confrontation.

Eyewitnesses said the situation escalated quickly after a disagreement between the two groups, leading to a breakdown of order and the use of weapons.

Residents described chaotic scenes as the violence unfolded, forcing many to flee the area for safety.

“We suddenly heard shouting and people running. Before we knew what was happening, weapons were already being used. It was terrifying,” a resident said.

Another witness added, “The fight became intense within minutes. People were injured, and one person was lying motionless before the police arrived.”

Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Olayinka Ayanlade, said the command responded swiftly and arrested suspects linked to the clash.

“Concerning the clash between Okada riders and Agbekoya around 7 p.m. this evening resulting in the death of one Okada rider known only as Awo, the Oyo State Police Command has arrested two Agbekoya. An investigation is ongoing to arrest the remaining one,” he said.

Ayanlade added that security operatives had restored calm to the affected area following the incident.

“Meanwhile, the situation has been brought under control,” he stated.

One Dead as Agbekoya, Okada Riders Clash in Oyo

The police assured residents that efforts were ongoing to apprehend other individuals involved in the violence and urged members of the public to remain law-abiding.