Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to ensuring the safety and security of residents.
Speaking in Abeokuta, the state capital, on Friday, Abiodun handed over new operational vehicles and motorcycles to the state’s Amotekun Corps, emphasizing the importance of discipline, professionalism, and intelligence in maintaining effective security.
Abiodun, represented by his Chief of Staff, Toyin Taiwo, cautioned operatives against misconduct, extortion, and harassment of the public.
He urged them to uphold professionalism, integrity, and respect for human rights, emphasizing that their uniforms symbolize trust.
The governor stressed that security is not about oppression, but rather about protecting the public and maintaining law and order.
The governor praised the Amotekun Corps for complementing other security agencies in intelligence gathering, community policing, and rapid response operations.
He also urged the operatives to take proper care of the vehicles, assuring them that the government would continue to support their efficiency in combating crime.
Ogun Amotekun Corps Commander, Brig. Gen. Alade Adedigba (retd.), commended Abiodun for fulfilling his promise to strengthen the corps.
Since Adedigba’s appointment in August last year, the government has approved the recruitment of 700 operatives, with another 1,000 currently undergoing recruitment.
Adedigba highlighted that the newly provided vehicles and motorcycles were in addition to those given by the governor last year.
He assured residents that the corps would intensify its efforts to ensure they could sleep peacefully, knowing their safety was guaranteed.
