Angry youths in Ifon, Ondo State, set a police station on fire after a young man allegedly died from police torture. Protesters overpowered officers, escalating tensions. Authorities deployed reinforcements, and the police commissioner arrived to restore order. Investigations are ongoing to uncover the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.
A wave of unrest hit Ifon, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, as enraged youths set a police station ablaze following the alleged death of a young man in custody. Reports indicate that the victim was detained and allegedly tortured, sparking outrage among residents and his associates.
Protests erupted on Saturday evening, with demonstrators storming the police division in anger. Despite police efforts to control the situation, they were outnumbered, and the station was eventually overrun and set on fire. Eyewitnesses reported widespread chaos as tensions escalated.
Authorities have since deployed additional officers to restore order. The state’s Police Public Relations Officer, Funmilayo Odunlami-Omisanya, confirmed the attack and assured the public that the Commissioner of Police, Wilfred Afolabi, was en route to Ifon to prevent further violence. Investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the victim’s death and those responsible for the arson.
The incident has reignited discussions on police conduct and the need for reforms, as concerns grow over extrajudicial actions and the public’s distrust of law enforcement. Community leaders have urged for calm while demanding justice for the deceased.
