The Oyo State Police Command has raised an alarm after a liquid substance suspected to be Automotive Fuel Oil (AGO), generally often called diesel, was discovered trapped in a nicely at Omikunle space of Yemetu, Ibadan.
In an announcement launched on Sunday, the command stated the incident was reported to the Yemetu Divisional Police Headquarters at about 6:50 p.m. on Saturday.
“On the night of September 6, at round 6:50 PM, the Yemetu Division obtained a tip-off about liquids present in a neighborhood nicely. Promptly, a workforce led by the Divisional Police Officer, a Chief Superintendent of Police, responded to the scene to research additional,” the assertion learn partly.
Based on the police, the operatives found a lubricant suspected to be diesel, which can have leaked from an underground storage tank close by contained in the nicely upon their arrival, with residents already gathering to scoop the substance.
The police added that the world had since been secured to forestall any doable well being or safety hazards.
“In response to this example, the world has been secured by armed personnel from the Yemetu Division and native neighborhood watch members. We’ve additionally concerned the Oyo State Ministry of Surroundings to help with the protected dealing with and disposal of this hazardous materials,” it stated.
The police have, nevertheless, assured residents that calm has been restored within the space whereas investigations proceed.
“As of now, the state of affairs within the space is calm, and our investigation is underway. The Oyo State Police Command is absolutely dedicated to defending the group, and we are going to preserve you up to date as we be taught extra.
“We encourage everybody to remain alert and report any suspicious actions to the police. Thanks on your cooperation!” it added.
