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500 New Operatives Join Amotekun Corps In Ondo State

Last updated: February 26, 2026 4:31 pm
9 hours ago Olusola Adesuyan
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Ondo Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa
Ondo Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has assured residents that the recent security challenges in Ondo State will soon be brought under control as his administration intensifies efforts to safeguard lives and property.

The Governor gave the assurance during the induction ceremony of 500 newly recruited officers into the Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun Corps.

In the past few months, Ondo State has witnessed pockets of security challenges, particularly the rising incidents of kidnapping.

To address these concerns, the State government has inducted 500 newly recruited Amotekun officers to complement the efforts of the security agencies in tackling criminal activities across the state.

The induction follows months of rigorous physical and mental training for the operatives.

Commander of the Amotekun Corps, Adetunji Adeleye, charged the new officers to maintain discipline, uphold professionalism, and work closely with conventional security agencies to ensure a safer Ondo State.

For the State Governor, Lucky
Aiyedatiwa, his administration’s sustained investment in the Amotekun Corps is driven by strategic foresight and a firm commitment to the safety of residents.

He emphasized that security remains the foundation upon which sustainable development can thrive.

It is expected that this latest boost in security manpower will strengthen the operational capacity of the corps and enhance security across the Sunshine State.

(Editor: Ken Eseni)

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