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3 Drivers, 2 Passersby Killed in Ikire Garage Takeover Crisis
At least five people, including three commercial bus drivers and two passersby, have reportedly been killed during a violent clash over the control of a garage in Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area of Osun State.
The incident occurred on Monday, August 24, 2026, amid an alleged attempt by a group to take over the management of the garage.
Sources said the violence triggered panic across the town, forcing several shops and markets to close as residents hurried to safety.
A video circulating online showed the aftermath of the incident, including the body of a man with an apparent gunshot wound to the head slumped inside a vehicle. Another body was seen lying by the roadside.
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The identities of the deceased had not been officially established as of the time of filing this report.
The clash was reportedly linked to a dispute over control of the garage, with tensions escalating after an alleged attempt to forcefully take over its management.
The development has heightened concerns among residents and business owners in Ikire, with details of the incident still emerging.
Authorities had yet to issue a comprehensive statement on the reported deaths at the time of filing this report.
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