The Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun Corps, has apprehended and repatriated 114 individuals found wandering in the state’s forests. The suspects, who were unable to provide a valid reason for their presence in the forests, were dropped off by two trucks.
According to Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, Commander of the Ondo Amotekun Corps, the suspects dispersed into the forests upon arrival. Adeleye, who spoke in Akure, the state capital, provided insight into the incident.
The Amotekun Corps’ swift response to the situation highlights the agency’s commitment to maintaining security and safeguarding the state’s forests from unauthorized activities.
According to him, “In the last few weeks, we have been engaged in running battles with strangers infiltrating our forests in Ondo State. The Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has directed that individuals without legitimate business in the deep forests should be evacuated and sent back.”
“Upon profiling them, it was discovered that all but three had no knowledge of where they were being taken. They had no idea. Their masters simply sent them into the forest to await further directives.
The governor has, therefore, ordered their immediate return. Yes, there is freedom of movement in Nigeria, but it must be purposeful. “Over 100 young men, without any clear purpose or destination, were intercepted at various points. What would they become if left unchecked? Criminals! We have been battling kidnappers and armed robbers across the state, and we are resolute in ridding Ondo of such elements. If you have no legitimate reason to be in our forests, what exactly are you doing there?
“If you are not adding value to Ondo State, do not bring us problems,” Adeleye emphasised and to criminals, let this serve as a final warning; there is no hiding place for you here.”
Source : https://thenationonlineng.net/
