Nigeria, April 24 -- The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed a fatal elephant attack in Innayin Community, Oyo State, South-west Nigeria.

In a statement issued on Friday, the command's spokesperson, Ayanlade Olayinka, said the incident occurred on Thursday at about 3:30 p.m., leaving one person dead and another missing.

"The Oyo State Police Command wishes to inform members of the public of an unfortunate incident that occurred on Thursday, 23 April 2026, at about 1530HRS, involving the invasion of Innayin Community by a wild elephant," the statement said.

Mr Olayinka said police operatives, working with local vigilantes and hunters, responded swiftly after receiving a distress call. However, upon arrival, they discovered the lifele...