A violent clash erupted early this morning following a dispute reported between Yoruba and Hausa groups in Ojo, Ibadan, within Akinyele Local Government Area of Oyo State, over the alleged k!lling of a tricycle mechanic.
The tricycle mechanic was allegedly stabbed to d3ath overnight by a Hausa scrap collector, or scavenger, during an altercation.
According to eyewitnesses, it was alleged that the attackers, described as Hausa scrap collectors, chased a group of people after pulling a gun from a sack of collected junk, before fatally stabbing the victim.
Witnesses also claimed that many northerners in the area have gone into hiding, as angry Yoruba youths were demanding that those responsible be identified and brought to justice.
The incident sparked outrage among some youths, leading to clashes and heightened tension in the area.
Some residents are said to have fled their homes for fear of possible reprisals, although the claims could not be independently verified as of the time of filing this report.
Security personnel, including operatives of Operation Burst and other security agencies, were deployed to strategic locations across Ojoo to contain the situation and ensure the safety of residents.
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