**Robbery Foiled on Ogbomoso-Ilorin Expressway, Suspect Nabbed in Oyo** The Oyo State Police Command has successfully thwarted an armed robbery operation on the Ogbomoso-Ilorin Expressway. The command's spokesperson, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, disclosed this in a statement issued in Ibadan on Monday. According to Olayinka, a joint patrol team made up of police operatives and local vigilantes intercepted the armed robbers at Egbeda village, near Ogbomoso. The suspected robbers had blocked the highway and stopped a tanker loaded with diesel, driven by one Surajudeen Sulaiman, and forcefully dispossessed him and his motor boys of their belongings. A gun duel subsequently broke out between the fleeing hoodlums and the police patrol team, resulting in the apprehension of one of the suspects, aged 32. Unfortunately, other members of the gang escaped into the bush with bullet wounds. After the incident, the police and vigilante team embarked on an intensive bush combing and manhunt for the fleeing suspects. The swift response of the police and local vigilantes has no doubt saved many lives and prevented further harm to commuters on the expressway. This incident highlights the importance of collaboration between law enforcement agencies and local communities in the fight against crime. It also serves as a reminder to motorists to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. In related news, there have been several reported cases of robbery on Nigeria's highways in recent times. The menace of highway robbery has become a major concern for many Nigerians who travel long distances for work or leisure. The Oyo State Police Command's efforts to curb crime and ensure public safety are commendable. We urge the authorities to continue working towards a safer and more secure environment for all citizens.