Wale Oyewale, IbadanGovernor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has ordered the police to stay away from protesters in the state in order to forestall further tension and loss of lives. Makinde said, “The past few days have been ones of grief for the people of Oyo State. “Last night, I held an emergency meeting with the heads of the main security agencies in Oyo State. “I want to reassure the good people of Oyo State, that I am doing everything within my power, to ensure that no further lives are lost. “I urge all residents of Oyo State to go about their activities without fear.

Source: Punch October 12, 2020 17:03 UTC