The Corps Commander of Osun Amotekun Corps, CSP Isaac Omoyele(rtd) has warmed criminal elements seeking to cause havoc in the state to steer clear.
Omoyele also assured the residents of Osun that their safety remained the Amotekun top priority going forward.
The warning by the Amotekun boss is coming amid rising concerns over the movement of bandits escaping the military crackdowns in the Northwest and infiltrating the Southwest region.
Making this known through a statement made available by the outfit’s spokesperson, Yusuf Idowu Abass on Sunday, Omoyele emphatically reaffirmed the Corps’ unwavering commitment to ensuring that Osun State remained secure from criminal elements.
The statement reads in part, “We are sending a clear and unambiguous message to all criminals: Osun is not a sanctuary for bandits, kidnappers, or any group intending to disrupt the peace and security of our people.
“We will not tolerate the presence of these lawless elements in our midst. Our men are fully deployed, vigilant, and ready to combat any threats with the utmost force.”
He also revealed that the security outfit is in collaboration with other security agencies and has been strategically positioned to intercept and neutralise any security threats that may arise.
“We are actively tracking and monitoring all suspicious movements across the state, and any attempt by these criminals to make Osun their base will be met with relentless opposition.
“Amotekun is not just a watchful presence; we are a force for peace, and we will continue to intensify our operations against terrorism, kidnapping, and banditry. We will flush out every criminal who dares to threaten the peace of Osun.”
While urging the people of Osun to remain vigilant, report suspicious activities, and cooperate with security forces in the ongoing efforts to keep the state free from criminal threats, he stated that Amotekun Corps is determined to carry out its mandate without compromise and ensure that residents feel secure in their homes and communities.
“We understand the concerns of our people, but let me make this crystal clear: the safety of every individual in Osun is non-negotiable.
“We will stop at nothing to ensure that bandits, kidnappers, and terrorists have no foothold in this state,” Omoyele asserted.
Insecurity: Osun Amotekun warns criminals, assures residents of safety