Tension gripped parts of Ibadan, Oyo State, after students from three secondary schools reportedly clashed in a violent sword fight.
The confrontation, described as “more than intense” by witnesses, left residents in panic as the teenagers battled openly.
Videos of the incident circulated online, showing young boys charging at one another, a shocking display of aggression reminiscent of street gang culture.
Locals link violence to rising youth cultism
Residents have expressed concern that the frequent clashes among students in Ibadan could be linked to early recruitment into political thuggery and street cults.
Some commentators noted that several notorious gang figures, including the late Ekugbemi, Ebila, and Ege, began their violent journeys from secondary school fights before being absorbed into political structures.
One resident wrote, “Political thugs begin their lout and violence career right from secondary schools in Ibadan. It’s a cycle we’ve refused to break.”
Old habits, new dangers
Older Ibadan residents reminisced about their own secondary school days, describing similar rivalries that once defined youth culture in the city.
However, they noted that today’s violence has become more extreme, with weapons now a common feature.
“Back then, anything fit sup. If you can’t fight, you’ll know how to run,” one former student said.
Others, however, observed that the rate of such school fights has dropped in recent years as many young people now channel their energy into online hustles, music, or business, both legal and otherwise.
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Trending Video: Students from three secondary schools in Oyo, clash in brutal sword fight.
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