25.1.2026
The Oyo State Police Command has detained the driver of a truck loaded with explosive devices in Saki, Oke Ogun area of oyo on Sunday.
According to a statement signed by the Oyo State police spokesperson
Olayinka Ayanlade the driver and his truck were intercepted based on intelligence reports.
“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.”