Amotekun Day: Corps Commander seeks public support in tackling insecurity, violent crimes
Osun Amotekun Corps Calls for Community Vigilance Amid Rising Insecurity
Isaac Omoyele, the Corps Commander of the Osun State Security Network Agency, known as Amotekun Corps, urged residents to remain vigilant and cooperate with security agencies to combat insecurity, kidnapping, and other violent crimes in the state.
Speaking on Tuesday during a commemoration of World Amotekun Day, Omoyele highlighted that the annual observance, established on July 7, 2025, aligns with the principles of the United Nations Charter, promoting peace, security, and the safeguarding of lives and property.
Despite the rising tide of criminal activity, Omoyele assured the public that Amotekun is actively addressing these challenges. “We have been dealing with insecurity and kidnapping. Criminals are becoming more emboldened each day, but we are up to the task,” he said.
He revealed that the agency has strategically deployed personnel in boundary communities across Osun State to monitor entry points frequently used by suspected criminals. “This is why we have positioned our personnel in all the boundary towns; we are aware of the entry points utilized by some of these criminals,” Omoyele noted.
The commander emphasized that public vigilance is crucial in the fight against crime. “We want people to be alert since maintaining security is a collective responsibility. It is not solely Amotekun’s duty; other security agencies are also committed to this effort,” he stated.
Omoyele reiterated Amotekun’s commitment to its mandate of combating violent crimes, banditry, and armed robbery throughout the state. “Our records reflect our efforts, and residents acknowledge our contributions,” he remarked.
He asserted that criminals are not beyond the reach of law enforcement, expressing confidence in the corps’ capability to confront them effectively. “These criminals are not spirits; they are human beings. We are equipped to counter them, and our personnel are dedicated to reducing criminality in Osun State,” he added.
While emphasizing that Amotekun functions as a regional security outfit to support existing agencies, he clarified that the organization is non-partisan. “Amotekun is not a political organization and does not align with any political party in Osun State,” he said, urging residents to support the corps in its operations.
Omoyele concluded by highlighting the importance of intelligence from local communities. He noted that Amotekun personnel are present in every local government area and are accessible whenever needed, underlining that surveillance and the protection of lives and property are central to the agency’s mission.