Oyo Police Intercept Suspected Explosives In Saki As Gunmen Kill Inspector At Border Post
The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the interception of a truck carrying items believed to be explosive devices in Saki, located in the Oke Ogun axis of the state.
The development comes amid another security incident in the same region, where suspected bandits reportedly ambushed a police patrol team at the Budo Masalasi border post on Saturday, killing an Inspector of Police.
In a statement released by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, the police said the suspicious consignment was discovered during a routine stop-and-search operation, leading to the immediate arrest of the truck driver and the seizure of both the vehicle and its contents.
“Acting on credible intelligence, operatives of the Command intercepted a truck conveying materials suspected to be explosive devices during a stop-and-search operation in Saki, Oyo State.
“The truck and the suspected materials were promptly secured and are currently in police custody.
“Upon receiving a briefing on the development, the Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command, CP Femi Haruna, immediately ordered a comprehensive investigation into the matter.
“Consequently, specialized personnel of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit and the Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Unit were deployed to safely secure the items for safekeeping and forensic examination.
“Detailed forensic analysis has since commenced, alongside a thorough and robust investigation to determine the exact nature of the items and their intended use.
“The driver of the truck has been taken into custody and is cooperating fully with investigators as efforts continue to unravel all circumstances surrounding the incident.
“The Oyo State Police Command wishes to reassure members of the public that adequate security measures have been put in place to safeguard lives and property.
“Residents are urged to remain calm, vigilant, and report any individuals with gunshot injuries, those seeking medical attention under suspicious circumstances, or persons exhibiting suspicious behavior to the nearest police station or security agency.
“The Command remains resolute in its commitment to ensuring that the perpetrators of this heinous act are apprehended and brought to justice.”
Police authorities say investigations into both the intercepted materials and the fatal attack on officers are ongoing as efforts intensify to dismantle criminal networks operating in the area.
