Several people have reportedly been injured following a violent clash between suspected political thugs in the Molete area of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
The incident occurred on Wednesday and allegedly involved supporters of the Accord Party and the Allied Peoples Movement, triggering panic among residents and passers-by.
The confrontation reportedly degenerated into violence, leaving some people injured. However, the immediate cause of the clash remained unknown as of the time of filing this report.
The development caused tension in the neighbourhood, forcing security operatives to move to the scene to restore calm and prevent further violence.
Although several casualties were reported, the number of injured persons had yet to be independently verified.
The identities of those involved in the confrontation and the severity of the injuries sustained were also unclear.
There was no immediate official statement from the police on the incident as of the time of filing this report.
The clash comes amid increasing political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections, raising concerns about possible violence involving rival political groups.
