Residents of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, are expressing unease and rising concern following the arrival of a truck heavily loaded with dozens of young men, motorcycles, and cows from Northern Nigeria.
The vehicle was sighted in the busy Dugbe area, and a viral video captured residents expressing shock and fear over the unusual sight.
Given the current insecurity across the country, many residents worry the large, organized movement poses a security risk
The incident, captured in a viral video, has triggered intense discussions among locals who fear the movement could pose a security risk to the city, given the prevailing security climate in the country.
The truck was sighted around the busy Dugbe area, visibly overloaded with young men sitting closely together, several motorcycles tied to the sides, and cows positioned at the rear.
As the vehicle entered the city, residents could be heard in the video alerting one another and expressing shock at the unusual sight.
Many immediately raised concerns about what the arrival of such a large, organized group could mean for public safety.
The growing public anxiety stems from recent reports of violent attacks and rising criminal activity nationwide.
Residents noted that the arrival of large groups without clear explanations is unsettling.
