Attack at Oriyomi Hamzat's Rally in Ibadan Leaves One Dead

On October 14, 2026, a welcome rally for Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat in Ibadan was violently disrupted by suspected hoodlums, leading to the death of Azeez Tajudeen, 40. He sustained a severe eye injury during the attack and was taken to the State Hospital on Ring Road, where he was pronounced dead.

The incident was reported by Kehinde Samuel Ibikunle to the police. The Oyo State Police Command, led by Commissioner CP Abimbola Ayodeji Olugbenga, has initiated a thorough investigation into the attack.

Police Public Relations Officer DSP Ayanlade Olayinka announced the investigation via a statement on the command's X handle. In response to the violence, the police have mandated that all political aspirants and event organizers notify the command at least 48 hours prior to any public gatherings to ensure adequate security measures are in place.

The police also urged the public to provide any information that could assist in the investigation.