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IGP Deploys Four Units of Riot Policemen in Oyo

By Damilola Adeyemo

ABUJA – Mohammed Adamu, the Inspector-General of Police has deployed four units of riot policemen to address the issue of a riot in Oyo State.

The intervention and stabilization forces also include the Force Intelligence Bureau operatives and one surveillance helicopter from the police airwing department.

In a statement, the force spokesman, CP Frank Mba, said “The deployments, consisting largely of intelligence and operational assets of the Force, include four units of the Police Mobile Force, seasoned operatives from the Force Intelligence Bureau and one operational/surveillance police helicopter from the police Air-wing department.

“The intervention force is being coordinated by a Deputy Inspector General of Police, David Folawiyo, who is expected to mobilize all relevant stakeholders towards achieving the mandate of the squad.”

“as they redouble their efforts in ensuring that sustainable peace and security are restored to the affected areas.”

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