The Ondo State Government has ordered the Amotekun Corps to set up security posts in communities facing attacks by suspected herdsmen. This directive was given by Deputy Governor Olayide Adelami on Wednesday in Akure, while addressing protesters from Akure North Local Government Area. The residents had taken to the streets following the killing of farmers in the region.
As part of immediate action, Amotekun has also been instructed to send patrol teams to the affected areas to prevent further attacks. Adelami assured the protesters that the government is working on lasting solutions but urged them to return home while security measures are being put in place. He acknowledged that Ondo State has been peaceful but expressed concern that recent events could change that. He noted that the governor had already met with security agencies to strategize but could not publicly disclose the details.
The protesters, led by the Regent of Ademekun Community, Kemisola Adelowo, appealed to the government to act swiftly. She confirmed that four farmers had been killed on Wednesday, making it unsafe for others to access their farmlands. She called for justice and protection to ensure farmers could return to work without fear.
The state government has assured residents that the establishment of Amotekun security posts and patrols will serve as an immediate step while broader measures are being developed to tackle insecurity in the area.
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