By Idriss LAWAL
Irun Ekun, a security outfit belonging to Yoruba Nation campaigner Sunday Adeyemo Igboho, were reportedly injured after suspected bandits ambushed them during an operation in the Old Oyo National Park in Oyo.
The incident occurred while operatives of Iru Ekun, were tracking suspected kidnappers and other armed criminals believed to be operating within the expansive forest reserve.
Newsafricng.com gathered that the team were patrolling the forest area when they came under attack from bandits.
According to the sources, the suspected bandits opened fire on the advancing security personnel, triggering a fierce gun battle inside the forest.
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Several members of the Iru Ekun team were reportedly wounded during the exchange, although the exact number of those injured had yet to be officially confirmed as of the time of filing this report.
