UN Recognizes Role of Amotekun in Regional Security, Declares July 7 ‘World Amotekun Day’
By: Olufemi Orunsola
In a move that acknowledges the outstanding roles played by the Western Nigeria Security Network, code-named Amotekun Corps, in regional security, the United Nations has reportedly declared every July 7 as World Amotekun Day.
OPEN TELEVISION NAIJA (OTN) News reports that the recognition was contained in a statement released earlier in the week at Akure, the Ondo state capital, by Adetunji Adeleye, state commander of Amotekun.
The Amotekun Boss revealed that the recognition was made known at the Amotekun headquarters in Akure by Ambassador Dr. Markwili Mgbara, Director of Information and Communications of the International Association of World Peace Advocates.
According to Mgbara, the affiliation certificate was issued under the auspices of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) consultative status and the International Association of World Peace Advocacy.
Ondo Amotekun is the first state-owned security agency that has gained a peculiar international affiliation with the United Nations in saving lives.
“This certificate confirms the affiliation of the Ondo State Amotekun Corps as a trained security unit recognised by the UN, while Amotekun is also expected to collaborate with various UN offices.
"Amotekun, established in 2019, aligns with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and its broader vision for peace and security by 2030.
“UN recognises Amotekun’s achievements in reducing crime, supporting farmers, ensuring highway safety and protecting lives and property across Nigeria’s South-West region.
Because of these efforts, Amotekun will now participate in various UN security and human rights meetings globally, like the United Nations’ 80th Anniversary event scheduled for Sept.22, 2025, in New York,” the statement read.
In his response tobthe development, the Chairman, Council of Amotekun Commanders, dedicated the recognition to God and Ondo Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, for creating an enabling environment for Amotekun to thrive.
Adeleye who recounted the difficult start of the agency five years ago, when farmers could not go to their farms, and many businesses were shut down, acknowledged the sacrifices of former Ondo Governor of blessed memory, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu for his pioneering efforts.
“Today, thanks to God and the government’s support, farmers have returned, food insecurity has reduced, and economic activities are thriving,” he said.
The commander assured residents, commuters, and farmers that Amotekun remained committed to working with other security agencies to ensure safety.
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