Amotekun Corps in Osun State has deployed 1,000 operatives statewide to beef up security during the coming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.
The Commander, Dr. Isaac Omoyele, disclosed that the personnel have been strategically deployed to maintain peace, ensure surveillance, and boost security during the festive season.
Speaking in an interview in Osogbo the state capital, he warned criminal elements to vacate the state or face the full weight of the law, adding that the Corps is fully prepared to respond to any security threat.
His words, “As the Eid-el-Kabir celebration approaches, I wish to assure residents and visitors that the Osun Amotekun Corps is fully prepared to ensure a safe and secure holiday period,
“Over 1,000 personnel have been deployed across all parts of the state. We are committed to providing maximum security throughout the festivities.”
He emphasized that peace and stability in Osun State are non-negotiable and warned that there would be no hiding place for criminals.
“We remain resolute in our mission to rid the state of all criminal elements. They may attempt to flee, but we will pursue them relentlessly,” he warned.
Omoyele also appealed to residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious movement or unfamiliar faces in their communities.
He noted that security is a collective responsibility, adding, “Effective crime detection, control, and prevention require the cooperation of everyone.”
He reaffirmed the Corps’ commitment to ensuring that both residents and travelers enjoy a peaceful and incident-free celebration.
