Amotekun news now

Amotekun is a security outfit established by the South-West governors in Nigeria to combat kidnapping, banditry, and other forms of criminality in the region. Here are some recent news updates about Amotekun:

Latest News

  1. Amotekun Operatives Arrest 15 Suspects in Oyo: Operatives of the Oyo State Security Network, also known as Amotekun, have arrested 15 suspects in connection with various crimes in the state. The suspects were arrested during a raid on a criminal hideout in the Ibadan metropolis. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. Amotekun to Collaborate with Police in Ogun: The Ogun State Government has announced plans to collaborate with the Nigeria Police Force to enhance the effectiveness of the Amotekun security outfit in the state. The collaboration is aimed at tackling crimes such as kidnapping, armed robbery, and cultism. (Source: The Punch)
  3. Amotekun Operatives Rescue Kidnap Victims in Ondo: Operatives of the Ondo State Security Network, also known as Amotekun, have rescued two kidnap victims in the state. The victims were rescued during a raid on a criminal hideout in the Akure metropolis. (Source: The Nation)
  4. Amotekun to Establish Training College in Oyo: The Oyo State Government has announced plans to establish a training college for Amotekun operatives in the state. The college will provide training for Amotekun operatives in areas such as intelligence gathering, surveillance, and combat tactics. (Source: Leadership)
  5. Amotekun Operatives Arrest 10 Suspects in Ekiti: Operatives of the Ekiti State Security Network, also known as Amotekun, have arrested 10 suspects in connection with various crimes in the state. The suspects were arrested during a raid on a criminal hideout in the Ado-Ekiti metropolis. (Source: The Guardian)

Recent Controversies

  1. Amotekun Controversy: FG Asks States to Register Outfit: The Federal Government has asked the South-West states to register the Amotekun security outfit with the National Security Council. The move is seen as an attempt to bring the outfit under federal control. (Source: Premium Times)
  2. Amotekun: FG Warns States Against Establishing Parallel Security Outfits: The Federal Government has warned the South-West states against establishing parallel security outfits to Amotekun. The government said that such outfits could create security challenges and undermine national security. (Source: The Cable)

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