The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has tasked 500 newly recruited Security Network Agency, known as the Amotekun Corps not to see their passing out parade as merely ceremonial but rather a powerful affirmation of their readiness to serve and safeguard communities and the state at large
Penpushing reports that Abiodun gave the charge while addressing the Batch ‘E’ passing out parade ceremony of the security outfit held at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Orientation Camp in Sagamu,pointing out that this model of community policing being employed has proven effective as a cornerstone of the State’s security strategy.
The Governor represented by his Deputy Engr Noimot Salako-Oyedele described the corps as sustained investment in the state’s security architecture which underscores his administration’s commitment to protecting the lives, property, and prosperity of every citizen.
Penpushing further reports that Abiodun explained that this move is in addition to the earlier employment of 690 operatives barely six months ago into the agency with a view to further bolster the state’s security framework.
The Governor highlighted that the ceremony marks a significant milestone in the collective pursuit of a safer Ogun State, stressing that Amotekun Corps was established to complement existing federal security agencies by leveraging community trust and local intelligence.
Penpushing also reports that Abiodun attributed the peaceful atmosphere in the state to strategic planning, sustained investment, and collaborative efforts aimed at creating an environment where economy can grow, and people can live and thrive without fear, in tandem with his administration’s “Building Our Future Together Agenda”.
The Governor congratulating the new officers and rank and file on the successful completion of their training, emphasized that his government will not relent in efforts toward ensuring that criminals and their sponsors are put to proper check
Penpushing reports the Corps Commander, Brigadier General Alade Adedigba (Rtd.), earlier in his welcome speech appreciated the array of transformative interventions from the state government that has significantly bolstered Amotekun’s operational capabilities and have equally demonstrated government’s unwavering commitment to enhancing the security framework in the State.
The Amotekun boss explained that the recruitment would, in no little measure, impact the communities positively and enhance the agency’s capability to deal with all current and potential security threats, and the fillip to build a robust security apparatus designed to combat crime and ensure the safety of all residents in the State.
Penpushing further reports that Adedigba appealed to the Governor for additional support and assistance, with emphasis on numerical increase in manpower which comes with attendant effect that requires a new and bigger State Headquarters for the Corps, more working gadgets, operational tools and enhanced mobility, which would greatly improve the corps response times to distress calls, and ensure that the operatives are always prepared to act swiftly
The Commander equally charged the new recruits to work collaboratively, discharge their responsibilities with dignity and prioritize the safety and security of citizens at their various beats where they would be strategically deployed across the state to ensure maximum coverage.
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