The Osun State Amotekun Corps has handed over four of its operatives to the police for investigation into the recent attacks in Ile-Ife and the murder of Oyeyemi Ajagungbade Emir, an aide to Governor Ademola Adeleke. This move was made in the interest of transparency and accountability. The Corps Commander, Isaac Omoyele, personally ensured the handover of the operatives attached to NURTW chieftain, Alowonle Nurudeen.
The Osun Amotekun Corps has denied reports circulating on social media that five of its operatives were arrested by the police in connection with the incident. According to the Corps' Public Relations Officer, Idowu Abass, the reports are misleading and do not reflect the true circumstances of the matter. The Corps clarified that its operatives were not arrested but rather handed over to the police for investigation.
The decision to hand over the operatives was made to enable the police to conduct a thorough investigation and unravel the circumstances surrounding the attacks in Ile-Ife. The Corps emphasized its commitment to professionalism, discipline, accountability, and cooperation with other security agencies. The Corps does not condone indiscipline or any conduct capable of undermining public confidence in the security architecture of the state.
The Osun Amotekun Corps appealed to journalists, bloggers, and social media commentators to verify information before publishing, especially on sensitive security matters. The Corps also urged the public to allow the police investigation to run its full course without passing premature judgment. This appeal comes amid concerns about the spread of misinformation on social media.
The murder of Oyeyemi Ajagungbade Emir and the recent attacks in Ile-Ife have raised concerns about security in the region. The Osun Amotekun Corps reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property and supporting relevant security agencies to ensure that anyone found culpable faces the law. The Corps is working closely with the police to ensure a thorough investigation.
The handing over of the operatives to the police demonstrates the Corps' commitment to transparency and accountability. The Corps Commander, Isaac Omoyele, took a proactive step to ensure that the operatives attached to Alowonle Nurudeen were made available for investigation. This move is expected to help shed light on the circumstances surrounding the attacks.
The investigation into the murder of Oyeyemi Ajagungbade Emir and the attacks in Ile-Ife is ongoing. The police are expected to conduct a thorough investigation and unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident. The Osun Amotekun Corps has expressed its commitment to cooperating with the police and other security agencies to ensure that justice is served.
Key points
- The Osun Amotekun Corps handed over four operatives to the police for investigation into the murder of Oyeyemi Ajagungbade Emir and the recent attacks in Ile-Ife.
- The Corps denied reports of arrest, stating that the operatives were handed over in the interest of transparency and accountability.
- The Corps emphasized its commitment to professionalism, discipline, and cooperation with other security agencies.
