Seyi Makinde Addresses Security Issues In Oyo State

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has addressed the security issue affecting Tapa, Ibarapa North local government area of Oyo State. He had reassured Oyo State citizens that his administration is doing everything possible to address security issues in the state.

He said the Western Nigerian Security Network (Amotekun) had been one of the strategies to curb Insecurity In the state. He as well said that the alleged misconduct by some members of the Amotekun Corps is under investigation.

He as well assured citizens that any harassment or intimidation of the public by security agencies would not be tolerated in his administration.

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

Therefore, I urge the good people of Oyo State to please remain calm and allow members of the corps to perform their legally authorised duties for our people's well-being. Let me assure you that if any corps members are abusing their office, they will be dealt with accordingly.
— Seyi Makinde (@seyiamakinde) January 8, 2021