Gov Akeredolu Tasks Amotekun on Protection of lives and property in Southwest
Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu
Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, on Sunday, ordered the Amotekun joint force to work together to protect lives and property in the Southwest.
He stated this in reaction to the overnight massacre of no fewer than 20 people by suspected Fulani herdsmen at Iganfan in Oyo State on Saturday through Sunday morning.
Reacting via his Twitter handle, the Governor succinctly wrote: “Igangan Provocative Onslaught One Too Many. We have directed the Commanders of the South West Security Network, Amotekun, to convoke a joint security meeting of all Commanders in the South West with a view to commencing joint operations in the region immediately.
“We must reiterate the fact that certain elements are bent on causing friction among the peoples of this country with the sole aim of achieving a pernicious end.
“We on our part are resolved to defend our people, their property, and all legitimate means of livelihood against both internal and external aggression. On this, there will be no compromise.”
