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We Are Probing Alleged High-Handedness Of Amotekun Corps – Makinde
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, on Friday, said that an inquiry into alleged high-handedness of some members of the Western Nigeria Security Network codenamed Operation Amotekun is underway.
Makinde, who disclosed this via Twitter, noted that his administration will not be passive while security operatives harass members of the public.
Read also: Amotekun Accused Of Killing Two In Ibadan
He promised to address the issue, stressing his government’s commitment to protecting the lives and properties of the people of the state.
One of the strategies we are using to check insecurity in the state is the recently introduced Western Nigeria Security Network (Amotekun). I am fully aware of the alleged highhandedness by some members of the corps. We are investigating these issues to address them promptly.
— Seyi Makinde (@seyiamakinde) January 8, 2021
Eko Hot Blog recalls that the security network was accused of killing two persons in December, an allegation its commander vehemently denied.
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