“Midnight Mayhem: Police Dive Deep into OOU Attack Mystery”

The Ogun State Police Command has announced that it has initiated an inquiry into the late-night assault on student accommodations at Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ibogun Campus.

NAIJATAB indicates that the alleged thieves breached the hostels, instigating chaos and compelling students to evacuate their quarters on Saturday.

As per a social media update by one Jinadu Michael Mabayomije on X, the assailants, numbering roughly 12, invaded the hostels, firing randomly and stripping students of mobile phones, laptops, and other possessions.

It was reported that several victims incurred injuries while trying to flee.

The message states: “Robbery attack at Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ibogun Campus, Ifo LGA, Ogun State, at midnight. A group of approximately 12 armed robbers infiltrated student accommodations, seizing phones and gadgets, hijacking a student’s vehicle, and leaving some students wounded and bleeding.

“The criminals were heavily equipped, shooting as they navigated through various hostels on campus. Students were engulfed in fear and panic. Some suffered injuries. This extent of lawlessness on a university campus must not be accepted.

“We urge the Ogun State Government, Police NG, and Ogun Police Command to promptly investigate this event, apprehend the offenders, and guarantee the safety of students on campus. Our students are entitled to study in a secure environment,” it further stated.

In response to the incident, the spokesperson for the command, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, mentioned that the Divisional Police Officer of Ibogun Police Division and the Area Commander have been dispatched to the location to evaluate the situation.

The image maker urged for tranquility and assured the public regarding the students’ safety.