Five Killed As Bandits Attack National Park Service Office In Oyo

Gunmen suspected to be bandits have allegedly attacked the National Park Service office in Oloka, located in the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.

It was gathered that five officials of the National Park Service lost their lives duringthe attack, which took place around 9 p.m. on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, confirmed the incident when contacted.

He said, “Yes, there was an attack by yet to be identified men against the men of the National Park. The Commissioner of Police and other service chiefs are currently on their way to the location.

“Meanwhile, the CP Femi Haruna has deployed tactical teams, Mobile Police Force officers of the NPF and EOD to the affected area to prevent further breakdown of law and order,’

KanyiDaily also reported how suspected bandits attacked the busy Isanlu–Isin–Omu Aran highway in Kwara State and abducted at least four travelers.