Oyo Govt Extends Curfew by 24 Hours
The curfew now runs until Saturday as authorities respond to security concerns linked to kidnappings near Old Oyo National Park.
- On Thursday, Governor Seyi Makinde extended the curfew in 10 local government areas of Oyo State by 24 hours to address security concerns linked to the Old Oyo National Park.
- Students and teachers kidnapped recently are reportedly being held in the Old Oyo National Park, which has become a significant source of concern for residents and local authorities.
- Affected local government areas include Oriire, Orelope, Irepo, Saki West, Saki East, Atisbo, Itesiwaju, Iseyin, Olorunsogo, and Atiba, all surrounding the Old Oyo National Park.
- Secretary to the State Government Professor Musibau Babatunde announced the extension, with the curfew remaining in force until Saturday, June 27, 2026.
- Chief Press Secretary Sulaimon Olanrewaju provided the statement to the DAILY POST on Thursday evening, confirming the governor's earlier declaration affecting the 10 local government areas.
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