Reported Attack on Ipele Police Station, Ondo State

 Reported Attack on Ipele Police Station, Ondo State 



On New Year's Eve (December 31, 2025), social media reports emerged claiming that the Ipele Divisional Police Headquarters in Owo Local Government Area, Ondo State, was attacked by a group of armed men, estimated at 20–30 in number.


- Eyewitness accounts on X (formerly Twitter) described heavy gunfire, the use of explosives (possibly dynamite), and the station being set ablaze.

- Videos circulated showing flames engulfing the building, with residents reportedly fleeing into hiding.

- Some posts labeled the attackers as "terrorists" or "bandits," raising fears of broader insecurity.

- No immediate casualties were mentioned in these initial reports.


The provided text appears to be a purported official press release from the Ondo State Police Command, dated 1st January 2026 (noting the minor typo from "December"), signed by DSP Abayomi Jimoh (Police Public Relations Officer). It:

- Confirms the attack occurred around 9:41 p.m. on December 31.

- States the attackers used assault rifles and dynamite, destroying the building and exhibits.

- Emphasizes no lives were lost and clarifies that no church was attacked (countering potential rumors).

- Notes a joint response team (Police, Military, NSCDC) arrived after the attackers fled.

- Announces deployment of tactical teams, EOD units, and a manhunt.

- References Commissioner of Police **CP Adebowale Lawal**.


 Verification Status

As of January 1, 2026:

- Social media reports of the attack (including videos of the burning station) are consistent and widespread on X, originating from local users.

- However, no major Nigerian news outlets (e.g., Punch, Vanguard, Premium Times, Channels TV, The Nation) have reported this incident yet.

- The official Ondo Police X account (@OndoPoliceNg) has not posted about this event.

- Searches for the press release reference number or exact phrasing yield no matches on official sites or news sources.

- The current PPRO for Ondo State Police is often listed in recent reports as DSP Funmilayo Odunlami-Omisanya** or variations like **DSP Jimoh Kazeem/Abayomi Jimoh** in older contexts, but the name **DSP Abayomi Jimoh** appears plausible based on prior statements.


This suggests the incident may be real based on grassroots reports, but the quoted press release cannot be independently verified at this time and may be unconfirmed or circulated informally (e.g., via WhatsApp or unofficial channels). Official confirmation from the police or mainstream media is pending.


Residents are urged to remain calm and report information to authorities. Further updates will follow as details emerge.

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