Police probe viral video of man claiming to have killed several in Oyo

By Adejayan Gbenga

The Nigeria Police Force in Oyo State has launched an investigation into a viral video of Shawama, a man who allegedly claimed to have killed 32 people.

Police Spokesperson, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, disclosed that there is no record of the man ever being arrested by the command, but authorities are taking the matter seriously.

He explained that the investigation is ongoing, with officers employing digital forensics and footprint tracking to determine the credibility of the claims and identify the individual involved.

The police also urged the public to come forward with any useful information that could assist in locating the suspect or uncovering further details.

In the video, which was entirely recorded in the Yoruba language, the man claimed responsibility for multiple killings in Ibadan and alleged that security agencies had released and commended him.

The command assured residents that updates will be provided as the investigation progresses, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining law and order.