On Monday, some Yoruba Nation members held a rally in the Ojota area of Lagos, causing unrest.
According to reports, the Yoruba Nation group planned to hold a massive rally in Ojota to press for self-determination.
Based on videos and photos shared on social media, Ojota was the scene of a clash between police and members of the group.
However, a source told Foundation for Investigative journalism that two groups, suspected to be Oduduwa Peoples Congress and Yoruba Nation agitators, clashed in the early hours of Monday, resulting in one casualty.
The source said police arrived the scene and shot teargas to disperse the crowd.
“Ojota is up in smoke, police are shooting teargas, and one person is dead. There was a clash between the OPC and Yoruba Nation.”
The Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Hudenyin said only one person lost his life.
He stated that policemen were in the area to ensure calm
He said he could not give details at the moment.
“I don’t have the details, once I have the details, I will let you know,” the PPRO said.
There's A Riot Ongoing In Ojota After Police Tried To Disrupt A Peaceful Rally For The #Yoruba Nation At The Gani Fawehinmi Park In Ojota. pic.twitter.com/SHU4EB93mq
— Demolino!!! (@Blackcloud380) January 9, 2023
BREAKING: Ongoing Civil unrest around Ojota, Lagos. Multiple gunshots, vehicles burnt as people scampered for safety. @rrslagos767 mobilized to restore calm. Kindly avoid area for now. pic.twitter.com/Xac9QCV9Km
— Eons Intelligence (@eonsintelligenc) January 9, 2023
Horrifying pictures and videos from Ojota, Lagos State as Yoruba Nation / OPC members allegedly clash with men of the Nigerian Police.
"Some lives have been lost….."pic.twitter.com/BPhtVDgf8P
— Communicator of Ilorin (@usman__haruna) January 9, 2023
Currently happening live at Ojota in Lagos, the same Lagos the rhey said Bulaba made o, just dey play, don't vote for Obi!
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