Adeleke Tightens Security in Osun Over Rising Banditry in Neighbouring
By: Oyinkan Orunsola
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke says the government has activated major security measures to prevent bandit infiltration following rising attacks in neighbouring states.
OPEN TELEVISION NAIJA OTN News reports that the governor announced on Saturday that multiple security meetings were held in the last three weeks with top security chiefs and community stakeholders in border areas to strengthen vigilance and tighten response capacity.
Adeleke also revealed that the Inspector General of Police, the Director General of the DSS, the Chief of Defence Staff, and the Commandant General of the NSCDC have all placed special attention on Osun.
He added that fresh strategic deployments are already underway across identified locations in the state.
The governor urged residents to remain calm, law-abiding, and quick to report any suspicious movements.
The governor had also directed the Amotekun Corps to deepen collaboration with police and other security agencies to reinforce safety across communities.
OTN News further reoorts that on the pending Supreme Court decision concerning the local government dispute, Adeleke called for patience and emphasized that no citizen should take the law into their hands.
He also expressed confidence that the judiciary will resolve its internal issues without interference from the executive arm.
Adeleke thanked the people of Osun for their support and assured them that the state government remains focused on security, good governance, and the delivery of democratic benefits.
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