Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting
Ondo State Security Network, fondly known as, Amotekun Corps, has rounded up no fewer than 32 suspected kidnappers in the state.
The suspects are said to be currently undergoing various stages of interrogations.
The Commander of the corps in the state, Chief Adetunji Adeleye, said the suspects were arrested with government’s concerted efforts and the support of all security agencies in the state.
He said: “We are committed to flushing out criminals from both the forests and urban areas to ensure a safe community.
“Following the recent killings in Akure North axis, officers and personnel from all security agencies, including Amotekun, have intensified patrol in the area. I am pleased to inform you that normalcy has been restored in these communities, Ago Dada, Ago Igbo, Ago Ademekun and their environs.
“We assure residents that they can safely continue their farming activities, as the government has established a Joint Task Force to stabilise remote areas of Akure North, where these criminal activities have been prevalent.
“Additionally, the government is working to improve road access in these areas to ensure swift responses in case of emergency.
“To reinforce our commitment, we invited the leadership of Miyetti Allah, who were present here today. They have pledged to support the security agencies in identifying and removing criminal elements, ensuring that both the forests and towns remain safe.
“We urge the good people of Ondo State to collaborate with the government and security agencies by providing timely and actionable intelligence on any suspicious movements.
“Furthermore, we have observed an ongoing trend where trucks transporting foodstuffs from northern part of the country arrive with hundreds of unidentified individuals who have no known destination or contacts.
“Security agencies at the borders have also been directed to turn back any vehicle carrying excessive numbers of undocumented individuals. This measure is part of the government’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property in the state,” Adeleye said.