The Oyo State Police Command has intercepted a truck conveying materials suspected to be explosive devices during an intelligence-led operation in Saki, in the state.
A statement by the Oyo State Police Command Public Relations Officer, Ayanlade Olayinka, said the interception was carried out following credible intelligence during a stop-and-search operation.
Operatives intercepted the truck in Saki, secured the suspected explosive materials, and took them into police custody for further action.
“Upon being briefed on the development, the Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Femi Haruna, ordered a comprehensive investigation into the incident.
“Consequently, specialised personnel of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit and the Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Unit were deployed to safely secure the items for safekeeping and forensic examination,” the police said.