The Nigeria Police Force in Oyo State has launched an investigation into the recent incident involving officers attached to the Jobele Divisional Police Headquarters in Oyo, following concerns raised by community stakeholders.
The development came during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting held at the Oyo State Police Command Headquarters, where residents, youth leaders, traditional representatives, and student union leaders gathered to discuss the matter.
The meeting was presided over by the Commissioner of Police in the state, Femi Haruna, who assured participants that the Command had taken immediate steps to address the situation.
According to the Police Commissioner, the Divisional Police Officer of the Jobele station has been issued a query, while officers allegedly involved in the incident have been detained pending the outcome of an ongoing investigation.
The Command further disclosed that the matter has been referred to the Nigeria Police Force X‑Squad for further investigation to ensure professionalism, accountability, and transparency in handling the case. Additional tactical teams have also been deployed to strengthen security in Oyo town and its surrounding communities.
Meanwhile, lawmakers representing constituencies within the area, including Gbenga Oyekola, Olorunpoto Cephas Rahaman, and Prince Oladeji Oparinde, participated in the meeting and reiterated their commitment to protecting the rights and safety of their constituents.
They called on the Police Command to ensure a thorough, transparent, and impartial investigation, stressing that anyone found culpable should face the full weight of the law.
The lawmakers also appealed to residents of Oyo town and neighbouring communities to remain calm, law-abiding, and cooperative with security agencies as efforts continue to maintain peace and public safety.
They assured constituents that they would continue to engage relevant authorities and stakeholders to ensure justice is served and to prevent a recurrence of similar incidents.
