…of security, we have put in place a robust arrangement through the establishment of the Amotekun Corps, which works collaboratively with other security agencies to maintain peace in Oyo. “On infrastructure, we have spread development across the five zones of Oyo State; Oke-Ogun 1 and 2, Ogbomoso, Oyo, Ibarapa, and Ibad…

…of security Meanwhile, the Ondo State Police Command and the state security outfit, Amotekun Corps, have assured parents, guardians, students, teachers and school proprietors of adequate security as schools resume for the new academic session. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Jimoh Abayomi, said in a statement…

…Their bodies were taken from the scene on the day of the attack by operatives of the Amotekun Corps,” he said. He appealed to the state government to intervene and ensure that the remains were released to the families for burial. “We appeal to the state government to release their bodies so they can be buried,” Adeboye…

…and eight others for various offences across the state. The Corps Commander of Amotekun Corps, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, paraded ten suspects, including the two kidnappers, on Monday, August 24, 2026 at the headquarters of the formation at Alagbaka, Akure, the state capital. According to Adeleye, one of the kidnappers,…

…proliferation of criminals, we strengthen our border patrols in places where there is no Amotekun Corps. We join the Nigerian Army and the police in manning entry points,” he said. Adeleye expressed optimism that joint clearance operations with the army would “completely eradicate these miscreants from our forest very…

The Nigeria Police Force banned Amotekun Corps and other non-state groups from taking part in security operations for the Osun governorship electionThe Force announced a movement restriction across Osun State from midnight on August 14 to 6:00 p.m. on August 15, 2026Police warned political parties, candidates, and supp…

…d!ed in captivity.According to the Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as the Amotekun Corps, five other kidnap victims have been rescued in separate operations across the state.Gunmen abducted two farmers in Parubber Community, Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State, and demanded N100 million…

The Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as the Amotekun Corps, on Tuesday, said it rescued two young Fulani herders who were abducted by suspected kidnappers inside a forest along the Ondo-Edo State boundary. According to the corps, the victims, Abubakar Umaru and Abdullahi Umaru, were reportedly tending cat…

…Emergency Management Agency, the Nigeria Police Force, Ogun State Fire Service, the Amotekun Corps and other emergency responders to ensure a coordinated rescue effort. According to him, search-and-rescue operations remain ongoing, while a preliminary structural assessment revealed that an adjoining bungalow had been s…

…that commitment. “The aircraft are expected to support security agencies, including the Amotekun Corps and other relevant formations, in monitoring criminal activities and improving response efforts across the state.” The commissioner also noted that Makinde is on hand to receive the two aircraft at the airport. PUNCH…

…Adviser to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Strategic Communication, Allen Sowore, said the Amotekun Corps was well placed to make the transition. "The men and officers of the Amotekun Corps would also be well positioned for recruitment into the state police system. Their years of experience, knowledge of the local terrain…

…state-backed security outfits operating across the country, including the South-West’s Amotekun Corps and the South-East’s Ebubeagu, noting that public debates around their operations have often raised questions about accountability, professionalism and allegations of abuse. He urged the Federal Government and the Nati…

…President Tinubu, the Armed Forces, intelligence agencies, the Nigeria Police Force, Amotekun Corps and other security stakeholders for their coordinated efforts that culminated in the successful rescue of the victims after weeks in captivity. “The call for an independent international investigation is neither an indic…

…son, Mr. Owoade Abiola, said security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force, the Amotekun Corps, and local vigilante groups, were immediately alerted. A joint search operation was launched and continued throughout the night, but the victim was not found. However, at about 8:20 a.m. on Sunday, July 12, the search…

…Forces, the Intelligence Agencies, the Nigeria Police, the Department of State Services, Amotekun Corps, local hunters, vigilantes and everyone who played a role in bringing this painful episode to a successful conclusion. “The reports that the operation was guided by patience, credible intelligence and a determination…

…and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), as well as local vigilantes, hunters and members of the Amotekun Corps. The victims had been kidnapped by terrorists from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State on May 15, 2026, prompting what security authorities described as an extensive intelligence-driven operation designed not o…

…Olugbenga, directed a joint operation involving operatives of the Command and the Amotekun Corps. During the operation, one Shittu Isah of Kajola Area, Ijio, was successfully apprehended, while the item suspected to be a human sk&ll was recovered and secured as an exhibit. The suspect was immediately taken into police…

…efforts by the Nigeria Police Force, the Military, other security agencies, the Amotekun Corps, local hunters, and the Ekiti State Government. “The rescued victims have since been taken to the hospital for medical examination and treatment to ascertain their health condition and ensure they receive adequate medical car…

…intelligence-led operations involving the police, military, other security agencies, the Amotekun Corps, local hunters and the Ekiti State Government. "The rescued victims have since been taken to the hospital for medical examination and treatment to ascertain their health condition and ensure they receive adequate med…

…collaboration with the military, police, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Amotekun Corps and other security agencies, has intensified efforts to rescue the victims. Authorities have repeatedly assured residents that the victims remain a priority and that security operations are ongoing.

…He emphasised that the Ondo State Government immediately mobilised the Army, Police, Amotekun Corps, and local vigilantes, who conducted extensive search operations across forests and surrounding communities in pursuit of the kidnappers. While appreciating the resilience of the victim's family during the difficult peri…

…and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, the Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, and the Amotekun Corps were on Saturday deployed to the polling unit where Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, was expected to cast his vote. Officials of the three security agencies arrived at the polling centre at about the same time, sug…