Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has uncovered a disturbing plot aimed at kidnapping school children and disrupting farming activities across the state.
According to a statement released by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, Governor Adeleke revealed that intelligence reports have indicated a deliberate mobilization of criminal elements in rural areas, posing a significant threat to the safety and well-being of residents.
The statement further disclosed that the nefarious scheme includes targeting schools for abductions and attacks, potentially undermining the implementation of the safe school initiative and essential infrastructure projects.
Expressing concern over internal discord within the state’s Amotekun corps, Governor Adeleke announced plans to overhaul the outfit to enhance its effectiveness in combating security challenges.
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In response to these developments, Governor Adeleke has instructed the Ministry of Education and relevant agencies to review safety measures in schools, emphasizing the importance of clearing overgrown environments and fostering closer collaboration with Parents and Teachers Associations to secure school premises.
Furthermore, the governor has called for practical measures to safeguard farming communities, including increased coordination with local hunters and forest rangers.
Assuring the public of his administration’s commitment to maintaining security and stability, Governor Adeleke emphasized the need for vigilance and urged residents to report any suspicious activities to security agencies.
In conclusion, Governor Adeleke affirmed plans to reorganize the Amotekun corps to bolster its effectiveness in complementing the efforts of the police and other security agencies.
