Ogun Governor Empowers Amotekun With New Operational Vechicles, Warns Against Misconduct
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has restated his administration’s commitment to ensuring maximum security for residents.
Speaking in Abeokuta, on Friday while handing over new operational vehicles and motorcycles to the state’s Amotekun Corps, Abiodun, represented by his Chief of Staff, Toyin Taiwo, warned operatives against misconduct, extortion and harassment of the public.
He urged them to uphold professionalism, integrity and respect for human rights, emphasising that their uniforms symbolise trust.
“These operational vehicles symbolise our unwavering dedication to a safer Ogun State. However, beyond the tools and equipment, the effectiveness of our security operatives lies in discipline, professionalism, and intelligence.
“I, therefore, charge Amotekun operatives to conduct themselves with the highest level of integrity, respect for human rights, and commitment to duty. The officers must continue to uphold the values of diligence, fairness, and responsibility. Your uniform is a symbol of trust, so do not betray the confidence the public has in you. As you know, we have zero tolerance for abuse, so you are not expected to misuse your uniform while discharging your duties. The uniform confers trust that must never be betrayed. Security is not about oppression; neither is it an opportunity to extort, harass, or abuse the powers given to you as an Amotekun operative,” he said.
Abiodun stressed that the corps’ strength lies in intelligence gathering and urged operatives to collaborate with community leaders to report suspicious activities.
Meanwhile, Ogun Amotekun Corps Commander, Brig. Gen. Alade Adedigba (retd.), commended Abiodun for fulfilling his promise to strengthen the corps.
He noted that since his appointment in August last year, the government had approved the recruitment of 700 operatives, with another 1,000 currently undergoing recruitment.
