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Video: Hoodlums Invade, Loot Sen Folarin’s House in Ibadan, 7 Arrested

Ololade Adeyanju/

Hoodlums in Ibadan, Oyo State masquerading as #EndSARS protesters, broke into the Oluyole Estate residence of the Senator representing Oyo central senatorial district, Teslim Folarin, today.

NewsmakersNG learnt that the hoodlums broke into the home of the politician and carted away some of his personal effects worth millions of naira.

The serving Senator confirmed the incident on Fresh 105.9FM during a telephone interview.

He said no fewer than 300 motorcycles, deep freezers, and food items, which were meant for the empowerment of his constituents, were looted.

He added that he was relieved that no life was lost.

Meanwhile, the police in the state said seven suspects were arrested in connection with the incident.

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