Osun State House of Assembly Clarifies Amotekun’s Role in Security Operations
In response to misconceptions surrounding the revised legislation establishing the Osun State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun, the state’s House of Assembly has issued a statement to set the record straight.
According to the Assembly, Section 4(1)(k) of the amended law clearly outlines that the Amotekun Corps is responsible for submitting case files to the Attorney-General’s office upon completing investigations, in line with Sections 174 and 211 of the 1999 Constitution.
This clarification comes as the Assembly emphasizes that the Amotekun Corps was created to address security threats that have surpassed the capabilities of the police force, rather than as a political instrument.
The Assembly urges critics and stakeholders to avoid politicizing security issues, warning that such behavior could compromise the corps’ effectiveness and erode public confidence.
In a statement, the Assembly reiterated that the law was passed to strengthen crime deterrence and ensure justice for the people of Osun State, and that politicizing Amotekun’s operations is not only unhelpful but also dangerous.
The Assembly also advised individuals and groups with questions or concerns about the law to seek clarification from the appropriate channels instead of spreading false narratives.
Amotekun, often referred to as a “child of necessity,” was established to fill gaps in the security framework and safeguard the lives and properties of Osun residents.
The Assembly reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the corps functions effectively and without unnecessary obstacles.
The Assembly called on the public to ignore false information and have confidence in its initiatives aimed at protecting the security interests of the state.
