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There was palpable fear and tension within Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, yesterday, ahead of the announcement of the final winner of Saturday’s governorship and House of Assembly election.

The fear, according to investigation, was as a result of political clash that resulted in the death of a member of the House of Representatives, Mr. Olatoye Sugar.

Military operatives were seen mounting security checkpoints at Idi-Ape and Agodi-Gate – the road leading to the Agodi Government House among others.

Sporadic gunshots were heard around Iwo Road, Gbagi-Wema, Alakia-Isebo, Iyana Church and Monatan, which is believed to be the stronghold of …