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Residents of Alaguntan Village in Igbope, Orelope Local Government Area of Oyo State, have reportedly fled their homes following reports of sporadic gunshots in the area, sparking panic in the border community.

The community, which shares a boundary with the Old Oyo National Park, was thrown into confusion after residents allegedly heard repeated gunfire within and around the village.

This publication understands that the incident triggered panic, forcing residents to abandon their homes as they moved to neighbouring communities for safety. Videos obtained showed residents fleeing with their belongings amid fears of a possible attack.

However, details surrounding the incident remain unclear at the time of filing this report, as authorities are yet to confirm any casualties or abductions.

When contacted, the Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, said he could not immediately confirm the incident.

“I can’t confirm that to you right now,” he stated.

Meanwhile, the Old Oyo National Park and surrounding forest reserves have in recent months become a major security concern in Oyo State following a series of violent incidents linked to armed groups operating within the vast forest zone.

In January 2026, suspected bandits launched a deadly attack on personnel of the National Park Service in the Oloka axis of the park, killing five forest guards. Since then, security operations have led to the arrest of several suspects allegedly connected to the attack.

More recently, the expansive forest reserve has also been linked to multiple kidnapping incidents in Oyo State, with reports that abducted schoolchildren and teachers from May 2026 attacks were taken into the forest for concealment while negotiations were ongoing.

Security agencies have since intensified surveillance and joint operations in and around the park, as authorities continue efforts to dismantle criminal networks believed to be exploiting the forest terrain for cover.

Residents Desert Oyo Village After Reported Gunfire Near Old Oyo Forest Reserve pic.twitter.com/uV0DYuhxan

— Star Potter (@Starpotternews) June 14, 2026

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Residents Desert Oyo Village After Reported Gunfire Near Old Oyo Forest Reserve pic.twitter.com/uV0DYuhxan

— Star Potter (@Starpotternews) June 14, 2026

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Amovingman:
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Amovingman:
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Most Nigeria villages and inner cities might be deserted in the coming days since the president isn't ready to address the issue.

Amovingman:
Work of seyi makinde all because he want to become Nigeria president

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kingthreat:
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BeardedMeat:
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BeardedMeat:
Peteru Gregory Obi stamped out insecurity in Anambra during his tenure, go and verify.

anonimi:
Kidnapping will be history in Anambra under my watch – Obiano
ByPremium Times March 4, 2014

Anambra Governor elect, Willie Obiano, said on Tuesday in Abuja that his administration would ensure that crime, kidnapping in particular, was a thing of the past.

Mr. Obiano spoke to State House correspondents after a delegation from the state met with President Goodluck Jonathan at the Presidential Villa.

“Kidnapping is very critical for us and under my watch kidnapping will be a thing of the past.

“First, as soon as I am sworn-in, there is going to be a security conference where all the stakeholders in Anambra will come from near and beyond.

“We are going to do a lot of things that the present administration has started,” he said.

Mr. Obiano said he would deploy vigilante groups, equip and train them appropriately to tackle kidnapping.

“We will also place emphasis on youth employment because where most of the youths are employed then the rascal few will be easily policeable,” he said.


https://www.premiumtimesng.com/regional/nnorth-east/156165-kidnapping-will-history-anambra-watch-obiano.html?tztc=1

Amovingman:
Is your Peter obi perfectwhen they turn Nigeria to Biafra Nation una eyes go calm down

Amovingman:
Work of seyi makinde all because he want to become Nigeria president