Disregard Rumored 9pm Curfew, Movement Restrictions — Oyo Police Allay Residents Fear

The Oyo State Police Command has dismissed rumours making the rounds about an alleged curfew and restriction of movement within Ibadan and other parts of the state, assuring residents that there is no security threat warranting panic.

In a statement issued on Saturday evening by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, the command described the reports as false and misleading, urging members of the public to disregard them.

According to the statement, there is currently no restriction on the movement of persons or vehicles either within Ibadan metropolis or outside the city.

The command said adequate security arrangements had already been put in place across the state, with officers and operatives strategically deployed to maintain law and order as well as ensure the safety of residents.

“The Oyo State Police Command wishes to categorically state that there is currently no curfew or restriction placed on the movement of persons or vehicles within or outside Ibadan, contrary to reports circulating in some quarters,” the statement read.

The police further assured residents that the security situation across the state remained stable and under control.

“The Command unequivocally assures residents and the general public that there are no security concerns warranting panic or apprehension,” the statement added.

The command also warned against the spread of false information capable of causing fear, panic and emotional distress among residents, stressing that individuals found circulating unverified reports would be investigated and prosecuted in accordance with the law.

It reiterated that any official security directive or emergency measure would only be communicated through the Office of the Police Public Relations Officer and disseminated via recognised conventional and digital media platforms.

Residents were therefore encouraged to continue with their lawful activities without fear while remaining vigilant and cooperative with security agencies in the collective effort to sustain peace and public order across the state.

The police also provided emergency contact lines for residents, including the Oyo State Call Response Centre toll-free line, 615, as well as the Oyo State Police Command Control Room numbers: 08081768614 and 07055495413.