OYRLEA Raises Alarm As Armed Suspects Attack Enforcement Officers In Okeho
The Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority (OYRLEA) has raised the alarm over an attack on its enforcement officers by suspected armed herders during an operation in Okeho, Kajola Local Government Area.
The attack, which occurred around 6:30 a.m. on Friday, November 13, 2026, reportedly happened twice as the team enforced the state’s Open Rearing and Grazing Regulations Law, 2019.
According to the Authority, the first confrontation occurred at the team’s operational point in Ilua, where suspected herders allegedly confronted the officers and pointed firearms at them.
Security operatives attached to the team reportedly took measures to protect personnel and withdrew from the immediate danger zone.
The enforcement team subsequently came under a second attack around the Palace axis while proceeding along Iseyin Road into Okeho town.
The officers took cover and adopted necessary safety measures.
OYRLEA disclosed that the incident had been reported to the Nigeria Police Force, which is handling the matter.
Reacting, the Authority’s Chairperson, Hon. Justice Aderonke Aderemi (Rtd.), described the attack as unfortunate and unacceptable, warning that it threatened not only the safety of enforcement personnel but also the rule of law and peaceful coexistence in the state.
“This attack is cruel and heartbreaking. It is an attack not just on our officers, but on the rule of law and the peace of our dear state,” she said.
Aderemi assured residents that the Authority would continue to discharge its statutory responsibilities while taking necessary measures to protect its personnel and members of the public.
“We want to assure all citizens of their safety while we carry out our operations. We will not be deterred,” she added.
She warned individuals and groups against actions capable of disrupting public peace, destroying property or threatening human lives, stressing that the state would not tolerate activities that undermine law and order.
The chairperson also urged residents to cooperate with security agencies in maintaining peace and security across Oyo State.
The state government urged members of the public to remain calm and law-abiding as security authorities continue to address the incident.
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